Supply Chain Specialist

Expected Salary Range : $1637.02 - $2389.06 Weekly The salary range shown above reflects the expected compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification. The Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for all activities related to sourcing, contract management, inventory and non-inventory materials and services, including sourcing project management, project administration, customer service, and records management in the context of analysis, planning, recommending, and execution to provide effective supply solutions for the organization. Working in partnership with internal customers, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders, the incumbent leverages market knowledge, supplier capabilities, and business requirements to support sourcing activities, negotiate commercial agreements, manage supplier relationships, and ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. The role contributes to inventory optimization, supply continuity, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. This posting is to fill up to 2 number of positions, at least one of which is an existing vacancy. Toronto Hydro reserves the right, in alignment with the applicable collective agreement, to finalize the number of positions filled. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops, drafts, and executes all RFP’s & RFQ’s ensuring full compliance with legal requirements and the procurement policy. Leads internal evaluation team to select the best overall bid and communicates outcomes to internal stakeholders and participating suppliers. Uses knowledge of supply markets, commodity trends, supplier capabilities, and business requirements to work with internal customers and the supply chain team to develop short- and long-term sourcing strategies and recommendations Negotiates with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favourable terms & conditions, and value-added solutions to be incorporated supply agreement. Drafts contracts and obtains management & Legal approvals. Liaises between internal and external stakeholders and suppliers including leading supplier alliance meetings, facilitating the introduction of new technology and training, communicating business requirements, discussing market developments, and driving continuous improvement initiatives through supplier performance monitoring and KPI reporting. Assures quality by obtaining clearly defined requirements and product specifications, identifying responsive and responsible suppliers, ensuring appropriate quality assurance programs are in place, participating in supplier site visits, reviewing supplier specifications and samples, and supporting quality issue resolution. Receives and reviews non-inventory purchase requests and creates Purchase Orders in compliance with Procurement Policies. Receives and responds to enquiries, concerns, and service requests from stakeholders and suppliers Provides internal customers with current product information, pricing, availability, and procurement support. Inputs, updates, and verifies information within procurement systems and databases and compiles and summarizes reports related to sourcing, inventory, supplier performance, and procurement activities. Consults with other Supply Chain Specialists, business units, management and warehouse personnel to review non-stocked items and determines sourcing and inventory approaches based on operational requirements, company policies, business practices, and risk considerations. Develops and analyzes inventory, sourcing, and cost-management initiatives and prepares supporting documentation, reports, and recommendations based on findings. Conducts market research and root-cause a…

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