Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Redevelopment

About This Role

This role is for a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join the Redevelopment team within the Strategic Sourcing department. The primary objective is to procure construction-related services for member hospitals, focusing on customer-centric service and strong supplier relationships. The specialist will manage competitive bid processes that are fair, transparent, and compliant with all applicable legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end open or invitational competitive RFx processes for construction and design/engineering services
• Facilitate and lead stakeholders in the execution of sourcing strategies for single- and multi-hospital sourcing events
• Prepare procurement documents based on individual Member requirements and ensure the bid process is fair, open, transparent, and in compliance with current legislation and regulatory requirements (Broader Public Sector Procurement Directive, internal procurement policies, Competition Act, Construction Act, etc.)
• Maintain timely and accurate reporting of the progress of sourcing events in respective project management tool(s)
• Facilitate the process for option years on awarded contracts
• Support Senior Manager and Members by facilitating supplier management discussions during contract management phase
• Ensure timelines are managed and maintained
• Provide direction, leadership, and support to Members to help mitigate risk and ensure optimal outcomes are achieved
• Engage with awarded vendors as required to finalize construction industry contracts (CCDC, OAA, ACEC)
• Ensure high priority is given to the fundamental principle of customer-centric service with a high level of responsiveness to all inquiries, internal and external
• Maintain confidentiality, while meeting the needs of all Member facilities, throughout the RFx process
• Receive, review, and analyze sales reports from vendors; prepare and send rebate requests and validate received payment for each Member

Requirements

• Post-secondary education or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3–5 years of experience in public procurement and contract development and negotiations
• Minimum of two years’ experience in procurement for construction, architectural, or engineering services
• Understanding of Canadian legal environment in respect to calling bids and awarding construction contracts (CCDC, OAA, or ACEC)
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Superior multi-tasking, time management, and organizational skills with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills in English (oral and written) with excellent interpersonal skills