Procurement Specialist (Contract)

Location Address:

100 Queens Quay East, 9th Floor, Toronto

Number of Openings:

1

Job Posting Description:

Salary: $65,203 - $111,078

This is a hybrid role #LI-Hybrid

Secondment/Contract: Duration 12 Months

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and innovation are at the core of business? Reporting to the Director, Procurement Services, you will provide dedicated procurement advice to internal partners on a variety of IT and technology related procurement projects, draft tender documents, lead procurement activities including RFPs (NRFPs & BAFO), RFQs, RFSs, and assist with vendor contract reviews and negotiations. You will be an important support function and enabler within the Procurement Services department on administration and vendor communication during the sourcing and contracting process.

If you love providing mentorship to facilitate contract and procurement projects and are an analytical and client-focused individual, then this is the role for you!

About the Role

• Conduct market research and supplier analysis.
• Develop and review specifications, pricing schedules, selection methodologies, and evaluation criteria.
• Assist with contract reviews, drafting, and negotiations.
• Provide recommendations on procurement conduct and outcomes.
• Maintain accountability to ensure procurements are accomplished following contract requirements and internal partner expectations, including change orders and contract obligations.
• Plans and coordinates procurement activities for advisor teams.
• Leads special projects of high complexity.      
• Consult with internal partners to understand and apply trade agreements, legislation, directives, policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Work with Legal Department and other partners, providing advice on procurement matters.
• Offer support to important vendors during the procurement cycle. 

About You

• Post-Secondary education in a relative field of study or equivalent.
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation is an asset.
• Knowledge of procurement contracts and related RFx processes, strategies, and documentation, including Negotiated RFPs, RFQs, RFS, developing evaluation approaches and formats.
• Experience in procurement case law and applicable trade agreements.
• Working knowledge of OPS Procurement Directive and/or public sector procurement experience.
• Expertise in sourcing IT solutions through competitive procurement processes.
• Experience providing sound mentorship to internal partners on complex procurement matters.
• Customer service, and collaboration skills with internal partners services to determine client needs, to collaborate with and to maintain working relationships with user departments.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating IT contracts, responding to vendor inquiries, resolving potential sensitivities, and training partners.
• Exercise good judgment and discretion in handling confidential matters and in identifying potential issues/crises and enacting the correct protocol.
• Excellent written skills in preparing formal communications and reports.
• Strong computer skills, experience using spreadsheet and word processing software.

We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits, including access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program, a Defined Benefit Pension, discounts on products and services via Workperks, and much more.

There is a world of opportunities at the LCBO…

Join an organization where you can be challenged while achieving your true potential. A place where you can make a positive impact supporting Ontario business and communities. Discover a safe, healthy, diverse, inclusive, and accountable workplace where your wellbeing is our top priority. At the LCBO, your contributions are respected and valued.  Be part of our journey as we invest in people and technology to transform an organization. There really is a world of opportunities at the LCBO.

We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, so everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. The LCBO is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an interview or employment opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation.

Please submit your resume via Workday by 11:59pm on the deadline date.  We appreciate your interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay

$61,608.00 - $104,956.00

Work Hours:

36.25

Union / Non-Union:

Non-Union

Job Posting End Date:

April 8, 2025

The LCBO is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.