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Josephine Youdeowei

@josephineyoudeowei

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I lead public procurement and contract management across government and higher education.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead public procurement and contract management work where I can deliver compliant, strategic sourcing solutions, manage complex contracts, and mentor procurement professionals.

I've led public procurement and contract management initiatives for the Government of Alberta, including standing offers and blanket contracts that enable direct purchasing by ministries and approved organizations.

Previously, I conducted open and fair procurements, evaluated vendor responses, managed resulting contracts, and led complex SaaS and technology NRFP projects at MacEwan University. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I secured essential protective equipment through strategic sourcing to support public safety operations.

Across government, higher education, telecommunications, manufacturing, and transportation, I've developed high-risk contracts, managed supplier relationships, and mentored procurement staff. I bring 21 years of procurement experience with a focus on compliance, strategic sourcing, and practical procurement solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Purchasing Officer

Current

Government of Alberta

Apr 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Provides expert advice on contract management and procurement processes. Oversees standing offers and blanket contracts for direct purchasing by ministries.

Procurement Contract Management Public Procurement Stakeholder Collaboration Microsoft Office SAPMM Ariba Peoplesoft

Senior Procurement Specialist (Consultant)

Government of Alberta

Oct 2024 - Mar 2025 (5 months)

Conducted open and fair procurements in compliance with trade agreements and legislation. Evaluated vendor responses, developed award recommendations, and managed contracts.

Procurement Compliance Vendor Evaluation Contract Management Microsoft Office SAPMM Ariba Peoplesoft

Senior Advisor, Procurement and Contract Services

MacEwan University

Dec 2023 - Oct 2024 (10 months)

Provided expert guidance on procurement and contract management, ensuring regulatory compliance. Led complex SaaS/technology NRFP projects including tender consensus meetings and proposal evaluations.

Procurement Contract Management Regulatory Compliance SaaS NRFP Tender Management Proposal Evaluation Microsoft Office SAPMM Ariba Peoplesoft

Procurement Officer

Government of Alberta

Sep 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 2 months)

Published RFxs on Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC) and analyzed vendor responses.

Procurement RFx Vendor Analysis Microsoft Office SAPMM Ariba Peoplesoft

Procurement Officer (Lead)

Government of Manitoba

Jun 2015 - Aug 2022 (7 years 2 months)

Led high-risk contract development and mentored procurement staff. Collaborated with ministries and Broader Public Sector to deliver effective procurement solutions for the Health Category.