Procurement Analyst

QuadReal; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate investment firm in Toronto is seeking a Procurement Analyst to support procurement activities, including RFPs and inventory management. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of three years of experience in strategic procurement. This role involves delivering training, analyzing data, and enhancing procurement practices in a collaborative environment. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in strategic procurement or purchasing roles.
• Familiarity with contract law and administration is an asset.
• Proven experience in multi-site operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support user groups through procurement processes.
• Deliver training on procurement practices to internal users.
• Document training materials for knowledge transfer.
• Provide administrative support to the Procurement department.
• Collect and analyze procurement data for strategy.
• Support execution and improvement of procurement processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Microsoft 365 tools

Job description

About QuadReal Property Group

QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate investment, operating and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management are $94 billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to invest in equity and debt in both the public and private markets. QuadReal invests directly, via programmatic partnerships and through operating platforms in which it holds an ownership interest.

QuadReal seeks to deliver strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that bring value to the people and communities it serves. Now and for generations to come.

QuadReal: Excellence lives here.

www.quadreal.com

Role Description:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement , and working closely with the Procurement Specialists, the Procurement Analyst will support the execution of procurement activities across multiple streams. Primary areas of focus include RFPs/RFQs, Inventory and Supplies Management, Procurement Data, and internal procurement process training. This role is instrumental in delivering facilitation services and acts as a key point of contact for properties accessing services from the Procurement Centre of Excellence (COE).

The Procurement Analyst will also support internal users by delivering training related to procurement practices and processes, maintaining documentation of procurement materials, and assisting with departmental administration such as meeting coordination and note-taking.

Responsibilities:

• Support user groups through procurement processes during the acquisition of goods and services. Participate in meetings with operations teams to guide users through the procurement lifecycle, understand business needs, build relationships, and raise awareness of the services and benefits of the Procurement Centre of Excellence.

• Deliver and support training on procurement practices, systems, and processes to internal users across departments.

• Document training materials , procurement process guides, and user instructions to support knowledge transfer and onboarding.

• Provide administrative support to the Procurement department including preparation and facilitation of meetings and communications both internal and external, agendas, documentation of meeting notes, and file management.

• Collect and analyze procurement data from various systems and translate it into meaningful reports for use in procurement strategy, process improvement, and performance tracking.

• Support the Senior Manager, Procurement in the execution and improvement of key procurement processes such as inventory management, and e-procurement platforms.

• Contribute to the development of QuadReal’s procurement databases and process benchmarks by engaging with internal/external stakeholders, evaluating existing processes, and proposing enhancements.

• Enhance inventory management practices across various asset classes, including vendor negotiations, punch-out catalog expansion, and streamlined supply management.

• Assist in the execution of Procurement Centre of Excellence (COE) projects , including procurement training, new technology/tool rollouts, and implementation of procurement best practices.

• Support vendor selection, evaluation, and performance monitoring to ensure quality and value delivery.

• Facilitate competitive sourcing processes for both new and existing suppliers.

• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders and promote continuous improvement in service delivery.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or a related field. Relevant certifications are an asset.

• Experience: Minimum three years in strategic procurement or purchasing roles; experience in a national/international organization with multi-site operations preferred. Familiarity with contract law and contract administration is an asset.

• Analytical: Strong ability to interpret and analyze quantitative and qualitative data; detail- oriented and adept at synthesizing data into actionable insights.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.

• Organization: Able to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Strong time management and prioritization skills required.

• Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word; experience with Power BI, SharePoint, and other Microsoft 365 tools is an asset.

• Collaboration: Highly proactive and collaborative; capable of working independently while being a strong team contributor.

• Values: A commitment to QuadReal’s values, including sustainability, innovation, integrity, and community impact.

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Note to Recruiters: QuadReal does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to QuadReal, directly or indirectly, will be considered QuadReal property. QuadReal will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for engaged services to submit resumes.

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