Contract Procure.Special.-PFt Purchasing

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1 ‑ Full Time ‑ Contract Procurement Specialist
Purchasing
Why Join Us?
• Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the
efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract
top talent.
• Healthcare of O
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ntario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario
Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
About the role:
The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)
is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,
understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.
The Contract Procurement Specialist reports to the Manager, Strategic Sourcing and Distribution and is responsible for leading complex, high value and strategic procurement activities, including managing the sourcing and contracting process for goods, services, capital equipment, construction and consulting services. The Contract
Procurement Specialist leads and facilitates formal procurement processes for goods, services and capital equipment while working with a diverse portfolio to maximize value and to foster positive working relationships with departments, clients and vendors. The Contract Procurement Specialist provides procurement expertise and guidance to internal stakeholders and supports and mentors the Procurement Specialist and other departmental staff in the management of procurement activities.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field, or equivalent work experience and post‑secondary education
• 5 years of progressive procurement and supply chain experience required, including demonstrated experience
leading formal competitive procurement processes
• Strong working knowledge of applicable Buy Ontario Act and Broader Public Sector procurement directives, trade
agreements and public procurement requirements
Skills/Abilities:
• Experience with computerized systems for purchasing, inventory management, distribution and control required
• Experience with online public tendering software (i.e. Biddingo, Bonfire, MERX, etc.)
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications and software
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated high levels of initiative, resourcefulness, flexibility and adaptability
• Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to manage workload and adapt quickly to a fast‑paced,
dynamic work environment
• Demonstrated superior communication skills, oral and written
• Collaborative approach to problem solving with a solution driven focus
Assets:
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or other public procurement design

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