Procurement Specialist--Purchasing

Position: Procurement Specialist-FT-Purchasing
Location: Greater Sudbury
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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.
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Competitive Compensation: We offer acomprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract
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Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP
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): 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 partof our
overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each payperiod. 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 patient sand 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 acaring 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 Procurement Specialist reports to the Manager, Strategic Sourcing and Distribution and is responsible for
conducting low to medium complexity procurement activities /tasks, including managing the sourcing and contracting
process for goods and services with a procurement value generallyless than $100,000. The Procurement Specialist
facilitates the Request for Goods and Services (RFx) process forgoods, services and capital equipment while
working with a diverse portfolio mix to maximize value and tofoster positive working relationships with departments,
clients and vendors. The Procurement Specialist will be a resource where necessary supporting the Contract
Procurement Specialist in the managing of larger / complex procurement activities.
QUALIFICATIONS EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Education/
Experience:
• * Bachelor's Degree in business or related health sciences field
• * 2 years of experience in overall supply chain functions required,including buying using formal tendering 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.
• * 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,
• * Demonstrated superior communication skills, oral and written
• * Collaborative approach to problem solving with a solution driven focus
Assets:
• * Experience working with Health Pro and/or Medbuy.
• * Working knowledge and familiarity with healthcare environment
• * Experience with an automated Purchasing/Finance software /systems
• * Experience with online RFx software (i.e. Biddingo,…

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