Senior Procurement Specialist

Job ID 79630 Job Title Senior Procurement Specialist Regular/Temporary Regular Location Downtown Centre Open Date 2026/11/10 Job Type Continuing Close Date 2026/11/23 Employee Group Unifor Unit 1, Staff Favorite Job Department FA Strategic Procurement Full/Part Time Full-Time Salary Grade/Band Grade 9 Salary Range $34.99 - $49.20 (hourly) Job Code JD1561 Existing Vacancy Yes - Backfilling as Existing Target Number of Openings 1 Hours per Week 35 Posting Details Schedule Monday to Friday 830AM to 430PM Education Level Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field. Career Level Requires 6 years of relevant experience, including 3 years of relevant work experience as required for the Supply Chain Management Professional designation (SCMP) designation. Must have or aspire towards acquiring the Supply Chain Management Professional designation (SCMP) or equivalent. Job Description Responsible for identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities through the application of total cost management and business process improvements with external suppliers. Oversees the supplier selection process, negotiates contracts and provides on-going contract administration. Representative Duties & Responsibilities Procure materials, supplies, equipment, and services in the most cost-effective manner for the University. Negotiate and develop contracts for large supply, equipment, and systems acquisitions. Develop, implement and evaluate the University's contractual requirements. Prepare and develop bid/tender documents such as Request for Proposals, Request for Quotations, Request for Information, Request for Supplier Qualifications, and Advance Contract Award Notices, involving establishing evaluation criteria, specifications and terms and conditions. Review and evaluate bid/tender submissions for compliance, make recommendations, and take corrective action where necessary including coordinating with and advising suppliers, client departments and executives Obtain competitive proposals on commodities in compliance with department policies and guidelines, government regulations, and laws that govern purchasing practices. Collaborate with clients to review and analyze competitive bid documentation, quotations, tenders and purchase awards and establish consensus among evaluators relating to award recommendations. Ensure supporting purchase documentation is in place to address accountability and audit inquiries. Liaise with and interview suppliers in an effort to improve levels of existing service and to develop and establish new sources of supply. Provide supply chain advice and recommendations to others. Provide strategic oversight concerning partnership relationships with suppliers including the development of new partnerships, and growth of existing partnerships. Develop and maintain working knowledge of the department’s activities, priorities, and procurement needs in teaching, research, and facilities. Promote the services of Supply Chain Management and act as an effective resource for addressing supply management issues. Develop estimates of time and resources required for a variety of events and activities. Coordinates and documents capital assets according to the Asset Management process. Ensures documentation for Independent Contractor Questionnaire is completed and attached to applicable purchases. Act as a liaison between Supply Chain Management, suppliers, and client departments. Identify procedures and system improvements encountered through the daily work process and recommends how the University can incorporate these improvements into practice. Remain current with Case Law and changes in the contractual environment, which may have an impact on the University business arrangements. Interpret contracts and provide advice and guidance to others as required. Produce fair market value assessments and collaborate with Research Finance to ensure compliance with University and funding agency guidelines How To Apply To…

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