Procurement Sourcing Specialist (Corporate Services)

at  Ontario Health

At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.
What Ontario Health offers:

Achieving your career goals is a priority to us. Benefits of working at Ontario Health may include the following based on employment type:

• Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage from your first day
• a health care spending or wellness spending account
• a premium defined benefit pension plan
• three personal days and two float days annually
• three weeks’ vacation to start (for individual contributors), increasing to four weeks after two years
• career development opportunities
• a collaborative values-based team culture
• a wellness program
• a hybrid working model
• participation in

Communities of Inclusion
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We are seeking a Procurement Sourcing Specialist with expertise in procuring corporate services categories to lead impactful sourcing initiatives. You will develop procurement strategies that support Ontario Health as a leader in transformative healthcare initiatives. You will contribute to sourcing strategies, manage contracts, and drive procurement processes that support a fast-evolving provincial healthcare environment.

Here is what you will be doing:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess procurement needs, identify opportunities, and develop innovative sourcing solutions.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes, including developing RFx documentation, managing procurements, and ensuring compliance with policies and standards.
• Lead internal stakeholders through the bid evaluation process to finalize vendor selection.
• Negotiate contract terms under legal supervision and manage contract performance for key corporate services categories, such as consulting, facilities, finance, and HR services.
• Analyze market data to identify sourcing opportunities and enhance value delivery.
• Build strong partnerships with stakeholders and vendors, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Monitor contract performance, address challenges, and identify opportunities to optimize vendor relationships and value delivery.
• Provide guidance on procurement policies and ensure adherence to internal controls.

Here is what you will need to be successful:

Education and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in sourcing and managing corporate services categories, such as consulting, facilities management, financial services, and HR.
• At least four years of relevant experience, including two years in sourcing or contract management of corporate services categories.
• Undergraduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Law, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• NISCL CSCL/CSCMP certification or equivalent is an asset.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of procuring corporate service categories.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with eSourcing platforms, ERP applications, and MS Office Suite, including Excel.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with a sharp eye for detail.
• Ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Strong understanding of legal contract terminology and best practices in procurement.
• Knowledge on Public Procurement policies and procedures will be an asset.

Location: Toronto, ON (currently hybrid, subject to change)
Employment Type:
Permanent Full time
Contract Length:
N/A
Salary Band:
Band 4
External Application Deadline Date:
February 28, 2025
All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.
Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities. To receive a copy of this job posting in French, please contact us at
careers@ontariohealth.ca
. Your request will be responded to within three business days and will not impact your ability to apply for this role.
Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email
careers@ontariohealth.ca
and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess procurement needs, identify opportunities, and develop innovative sourcing solutions.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes, including developing RFx documentation, managing procurements, and ensuring compliance with policies and standards.
• Lead internal stakeholders through the bid evaluation process to finalize vendor selection.
• Negotiate contract terms under legal supervision and manage contract performance for key corporate services categories, such as consulting, facilities, finance, and HR services.
• Analyze market data to identify sourcing opportunities and enhance value delivery.
• Build strong partnerships with stakeholders and vendors, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Monitor contract performance, address challenges, and identify opportunities to optimize vendor relationships and value delivery.
• Provide guidance on procurement policies and ensure adherence to internal controls