At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement activities for diverse commodities and services in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organization in Toronto with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Other info: Fully on-site role with a 7-week contract duration.
- Why this job: Make an impact by optimizing procurement strategies and enhancing service delivery.
- Qualifications: University degree and 5+ years of public sector procurement experience required.
The predicted salary is between 70 - 80 $ per hour.
Location: Toronto, ON
Start Date: October 26th
Duration: October 26th - December 14th (7 Week Contract)
Work Type: Fully On-Site, 36.25 hrs/week
Compensation: $70-80 per hour
Role Overview
To plan, organize and conduct the procurement activities for a diverse range of complex commodities and services.
What You'll Do
- Engage in procurement planning with client groups through routine meetings and communication to identify and provide quality of service to meet delivery requirements in a timely basis.
- Review each project requirement in order to determine the most suitable procurement process, taking into consideration the technical aspects of the request, delivery requirements, estimated cost and supplier/contractor availability.
- Communicate most effective procurement strategy to clients in compliance with regulatory and legislated obligations for transparency and reasonableness.
- Prepare tender/proposal specifications; evaluate and award tenders, quotations and proposals for a wide variety of complex contracts.
- Liaise with consultants and contractors regarding specifications, scope of work pricing, terms and conditions.
- Review and execute contracts, purchase orders, change orders and other documents in accordance with policies.
- Perform contract administration, including liaison between suppliers and departments, compliance with contract terms and conditions including financials.
- Monitor and interpret emerging procurement issues/technological and economic trends and significant changes in the marketplace; support the Manager in the implementation of strategies to effectively address and optimize the impact of these issues.
- Respond to and lift contractual disputes to the Manager for support towards resolution.
- Consult with other Purchasing and Operations personnel to develop and sustain a team approach to the identification and resolution of common and unique procurement issues/problems, client demands, supplier performance and support service performance.
- Perform other related activities as required.
- Keep up-to-date on related skill development in order to use any new technologies or processes as required.
Qualifications
- University degree and working towards or in the process of obtaining a certified professional purchasing designation.
- Minimum five (5) years of public sector procurement experience.
- Thorough knowledge of procurement practices, principles, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of negotiating techniques, cost analysis, and contract law as it relates to proposals, tenders, negotiations, and risk management.
- Experience applying public policies to procurement and resolving pre- and post-contractual issues.
- Public procurement experience focused on Information Technology, Maintenance, Repair, Operations, and general corporate services.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and contractors.
- Ability to manage priorities, exercise sound judgment, and handle confidential information.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Office applications.
Senior Purchasing Specialist in Toronto employer: Staffworks
As a Senior Purchasing Specialist in Toronto, you'll join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation in procurement practices. Our fully on-site work culture fosters strong relationships with stakeholders and offers opportunities for professional growth through hands-on experience in complex contract management. With competitive compensation and a commitment to employee development, we provide a rewarding environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in public sector procurement.
We think you need these skills to ace Senior Purchasing Specialist in Toronto
Procurement Planning
Contract Administration
Negotiating Techniques
Cost Analysis
Contract Law
Public Sector Procurement
Stakeholder Management
