Procurement Coordinator

A government sector client located in downtown Toronto is seeking Procurement Coordinators to deliver procurement and contract management expertise, coordination, and high-quality customer support to various government departments. The role includes the following responsibilities:

• Providing Expert Guidance : Offer strategic advice to clients, identify their procurement needs, and lead projects related to the development of materials necessary for acquiring goods and services through a second-stage procurement process.
• Client and Vendor Management : Oversee and coordinate the administration of Requests for Service (RFS), contracts, agreements, and statements of work. Address and resolve any issues that may arise during these processes.
• Material Development and Vendor Engagement : Create second-stage procurement materials tailored to client needs and manage communications and interactions with vendors effectively.

• Strong expertise in procurement principles and processes, with the ability to develop tailored materials for a diverse client base and efficiently handle procurement-related tasks.
• Proven experience in managing complex relationships and addressing client needs effectively.
• Skilled in coordinating and executing multiple tasks associated with high volumes of procurement requests.
• Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills for assessing and resolving procurement challenges.
• Highly organized and capable of planning effectively to manage and process procurement requests efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a team setting, employing diplomacy and tact to navigate and resolve conflicts.
• Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills to provide guidance and information to clients and team members, respond to inquiries, ensure a fair and transparent procurement process, provide updates on request status, and communicate vendor requirements effectively.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar procurement software systems.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company objectives.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best prices and terms for materials and services.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Utilize SAP for procurement processes, including purchase orders, inventory management, and supplier evaluations.
• Analyze market trends and pricing to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast material requirements based on
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance metrics.
• Continuously seek opportunities for cost reduction while maintaining quality standards.

• Overtime pay

• French not required

• 8 hour shift

• How many years of experience you have of working in an ERP Procurement System environment such as Oracle/SAP?

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

• Purchasing/procuremnt/logistics: 0.5 year (required)