ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Director, Procurement Office, is responsible for managing procurement strategy, governance, and performance for the organization; developing and managing procurement policies and processes; category management, reporting, master data and technology support; performance management, including development and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs); continuous improvement, training, spend analysis, market analysis, and supplier relationship management.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Manages the development and assessment of the procurement strategies, policies and programs for each category to maximize value for money and process efficiency.
- Researches and leads the continuous improvement process by the adoption of procurement best practices based on the changing requirements of the organization; provides expertise to assist with the development of the key performance indicators and to ensure the procurement strategic business framework is meeting the needs of the business.
- Oversees category analysis to understand market trends, cost drivers, suppliers and best practices, supported by periodic spend and market analyses at the category and enterprise level and provides input to value propositions and sourcing options leveraging various tools.
- Develops and maintains procurement governance framework including procurement policies and practices.
- Benchmarks performance and identifies improvement opportunities; oversees the collection and analysis of operational data related to procurement and manages the development, implementation and management of balanced scorecards and external reporting to clients, Council and the vendor community.
- Manages and promotes organizational compliance with procurement policies, practices and procedures, and other audit requirements.
- Manages staff, including recruitment, selection, hiring, scheduling, assigning work, determining training and development needs, coaching, and mentoring, conducting performance appraisals and determining/recommending disciplinary action up to and including dismissal in accordance with collective agreements, Regional policies and practices.
- Ensures that operating staff work in a safe manner and utilize all required health and safety equipment and protective devices and follow all measures and procedures as required by the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations and Regional policies.
- Ensures quality assurance activities to monitor program effectiveness and support continuous improvement attitudes.
- Oversees the development and maintenance of procedures, guidelines and templates.
- Liaises with and proactively develops relationships with stakeholders including government/non-governmental agencies and the public, to facilitate the delivery of services.
- Participates on or chairs committees, meetings, task forces, work groups and special projects, as directed.
- Performs the functions of the Director, Procurement Office, in their absence.
- Performs other duties as assigned to meet Departmental goals and program/service objectives.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Successful completion of a University Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Finance or related field or equivalent approved combination of education or experience.
- Minimum five (5) years demonstrated experience in policy, process and strategy development and execution, data analytics, and continuous quality improvement, including two years management experience working in a unionized environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of strategic and practical procurement policies, counsel report writing, practices, processes and knowledge of challenges in the public sector environment, including knowledge of the municipal governance framework.
- Experience in leading market analysis, strategic sourcing and category management programs/functions, project management skills to meet program objectives and work to tight deadlines.
- Experience with and/or knowledge of eProcurement systems and functions.
- Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including communication, innovation, teamwork and collaboration, and personal ownership.
- Management competencies including results/achievement focus, human resources management, leadership, financial management, business planning, decision making/judgement, representation and professionalism and job knowledge.
- Contemporary supervisory and human resource management skills, knowledge of collective agreement administration and labour relations principles and practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Legislation, Standards, Acts and Regulations.
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Newmarket, NH
Full Time