Buyer, Procurement - Contract - C$57,693 - C$73,559 A Year
LifeLabsFor over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada's leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.We are committed innovators, operating Cana
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da's first commercial genetics lab, and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. More than 112 million laboratory tests come through LifeLabs’ laboratories annually, and our team of more than 6,000 passionate, caring, and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust.We know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs, you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives every day.Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves.These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture.Please note this is a 12-month contract with the possibility of extension based on business needs.Reports to:Manager, PurchasingVacancy status:This posting is for an existing position.Purpose of the RoleReporting to the Purchasing Manager the Purchasing Buyer will liaise directly with category suppliers for a portfolio worth $25 million. They will support the supplier business relationships, internal stakeholder relationships and will solicit subject matter expertise where required.Your Responsibilities Will IncludeResponsible for the effectiveness and productivity of procurement operations from requisition to payment for category management of approximately $25 Million in annual spendResponsible for the effectiveness and productivity of procurement operations from requisition to payment. Manage the automated flow of PO creation (90% of Pos) and assist with manual Pos for operations (10%)Responsible for daily support/inquiries from LifeLabs Operations and Client Service internal stakeholder and purchasing team membersResponsible for supporting Purchasing manager with more additional inquiries and escalated task assignments on behalf of the departmentWhat You Bring To The RoleMinimum 3 years of procurement experienceUniversity degree in Business or equivalentCCP (Certified Professional Purchaser) or an asset.PMAC (Purchasing Management Association of Canada) registration and/or accreditation would be an assetLean and/or Six Sigma is also an assetExperience managing supplier and stakeholder relationshipsAbility to understand supply chain management processes, including; materials management, procurement, and strategic sourcingProject management experience is an assetMust have excellent communication skills (both verbally and written)Exposure to sourcing, negotiation and contract development skillsBasic understanding of contract lawUnderstand and utilize best practice SCM processes.Customer focused with exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.Demonstrated ability to multitask and shift priorities.Demonstrated proficiency with Oracle ERP, Discoverer, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint are definite assetsWhy Join Us?As a Purchasing Buyer, you’ll play a key role in managing supplier relationships and supporting pro