Procurement Manager | Durham OneNet Inc

TalentNest On Demand; Whitby; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Durham Region seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement processes, ensuring compliance and managing supplier relationships. The role requires extensive experience in procurement, especially in telecom, and offers a competitive contract rate. Join a collaborative team dedicated to making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• At least seven years of procurement experience, preferably in telecom or utility-related construction.
• Experience negotiating commercial contracts with Legal resources.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall governance of the procurement process and policies.
• Negotiate and finalize contract terms to minimize risk and costs.
• Manage and develop supplier relationships professionally and ethically.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

PMAC accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Office

NetSuite

Job description

Durham OneNet Inc is an independent Municipal Services Corporation, wholly owned by the Regional Municipality of Durham. Durham OneNet's mandate is to design, build, and operate a fibre-optic backbone network across Durham Region. This network will facilitate faster and more reliable broadband access to Durham Region residents, businesses, and institutions, enabling them to fully participate, compete, and thrive in the twenty-first century.

We are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, have fun, and celebrate our successes.

Durham OneNet has an exciting and aspirational future, with a community that is welcoming, growing, and transforming. Join our team to make a difference through your work and have a direct impact on shaping our growing community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees experience job satisfaction and rewarding careers. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, respect, and engagement, making Durham OneNet a great place to work.

Procurement Manager – 3 to 4 days/week, One Year Contract with Possible Extension

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and working closely with the Operations Team, you will:

1. Be responsible for the overall governance of the procurement process and policies, ensuring compliance across the organization.
2. Review policies, standard contracts, and purchasing terms regularly to meet organizational needs.
3. Provide procurement guidance and direction to the Operations Team.
4. Obtain competitive quotes or proposals through RFQs and RFPs for network materials, equipment, and construction services.
5. Manage and develop supplier relationships professionally and ethically.
6. Negotiate and finalize contract terms to minimize risk and costs, maximizing benefits.
7. Collaborate with suppliers to develop inventory plans, reducing lead times and inventory levels where appropriate.
8. Utilize Durham OneNet’s standard contract formats, working with Legal as needed.
9. Assist the Operations department with ongoing purchasing activities.
10. Handle inventory and warehousing duties as required.

About You:

1. At least seven years of procurement experience, preferably in telecom or utility-related construction environments.
2. Knowledge of Outside Plant (fibre optic cables, conduit, enclosures) and Inside Plant (fibre optic customer premise equipment) materials and supply sources.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and other systems.
4. Experience in both Public and Private Sector purchasing is an asset.
5. Experience with procurement and ERP systems such as NetSuite.
6. PMAC accreditation or similar is an asset.
7. Experience negotiating commercial contracts with Legal resources.
8. Ability to review and negotiate Statements of Work.
9. Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills.
10. Comfortable working with multi-functional teams.
11. Excellent communication skills.
12. Flexible, adaptable, and willing to take on additional duties outside traditional procurement roles.

Contract Rate: Durham OneNet offers competitive compensation aligned with the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Conditions of Contract: The successful candidate will be required to consent to a Criminal Record check prior to the start date. Proof of education, qualifications, and references may be requested.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.