SAP SME-Senior Procurement Specialist - Temporary

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 12378 
Number of Vacancies:  2
Department: Procurement and Category Management
Salary Information:  $ 96,460.00  -  $ 120,611.40
Pay Scale Group:    09SA
Employment Type:   Temporary until December 31, 2028 - HYBRID
New or Existing Vacancy: Existing

Weekly Hours:  35 Off Days:  Weekends   Shift:  Day

Posted On:  January 13, 2026 
Last Day to Apply:  January 26, 2026 
Reports to: Manager, Procurement Systems and Administration 

 

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan -  Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Manager, Procurement Systems and Administration, you will serve as the SME for TTC’s Procurement & Category Management (PCM) Department, specializing in SAP ERP systems (S/4HANA and Ariba) and their integration to optimize procurement and contract management processes. 

As the SAP SME-Senior Procurement Specialist you will:

Analyze and improve workflows by researching current PCM processes, identifying gaps, and designing enhanced solutions for system functionality, user experience, and reporting.

Gather and validate requirements, prepare functional specifications, and configure SAP S/4HANA and Ariba modules for sourcing, contract lifecycle management, and supplier enablement.

Lead system implementation activities, including feasibility studies, user acceptance testing, quality assurance, and post-go-live support.

Develop governance frameworks and SOPs to ensure compliance with TTC policies, public procurement standards, and audit requirements.

Act as the primary liaison between PCM, ITS, and other stakeholders, providing expert guidance on procurement systems, data governance, and reporting tools.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives by tracking KPIs, leveraging analytics platforms (e.g., SAP, Power BI), and recommending strategic enhancements.

Champion change management through training programs, mentoring staff, and supporting digital transformation efforts.

Communicate regularly with leadership on project status, risks, and opportunities, and participate in governance forums and steering committees.

Demonstrate behaviors that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Help to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.

Participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Apply analytical skills
• Audit systems, processes, and products
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Use office technology, software and applications

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Completion of a university or college degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or Systems Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, or an advanced education (master’s in business/IT or equivalent).
• Expertise in SAP Ariba (Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Management) and integration with SAP S/4HANA.
• Strong knowledge of SAP customization, enterprise integration, workflow automation, and SDLC.
• Proficiency in reporting and analytics tools (Power BI, SAP BI) and advanced Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Visio, Project, Access).
• Experience with SIT/UAT testing, risk mitigation, and performance measurement frameworks.
• Understanding of public procurement regulations, compliance standards, and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of project/change management and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Agile).
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills for process optimization and SAP integration.
• SAP Ariba certifications and public sector procurement experience are assets.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to document and optimize business processes and ensure seamless SAP integration.
• Certifications in SAP Ariba and experience in public sector procurement are assets.
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees. 

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• Support for professional development opportunities through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being. 
   

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570 or Jobs@ttc.ca .  Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process

The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
• All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
• During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
• You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.

Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC’s hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.

Relatives of TTC Employees

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee. 

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.