Procurement and Risk Analyst

Central Elgin; Ontario; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading municipality in Ontario seeks a Procurement and Risk Analyst to facilitate procurement processes and manage the Municipal Insurance Program. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with procurement laws and deliver exceptional service to stakeholders. This full-time role requires extensive knowledge in public procurement, risk management, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years related professional experience.
• Understanding of accounting principles and public procurement.
• Skills in planning, negotiating, and managing contracts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with departments to assess purchasing needs.
• Prepare and manage bids, RFPs, tenders, and contracts.
• Manage the Municipal Insurance Program, including annual renewals.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Post-secondary Degree / Diploma in Business / Public Administration

OPBA Public Purchasing Certificate

Professional Purchasing Designation (CPPB, SCMP, CPPO)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Procurement and Risk Analyst position assists with the co-ordination of Municipality’s Procurement Policy, Municipal Insurance Program and facilitation of the procurement process in accordance with applicable regulations, legislation, industry best practices and the municipality’s purchasing policy. This position will ensure an open, transparent and competitive process to procure goods and services in a timely and cost-effective manner, while reducing risk exposure and maintaining relationships with Stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Procurement Planning & Compliance

Collaborate with departments to assess purchasing needs, recommend procurement methods, and ensure compliance with laws, by-laws, and trade agreements.

• Advise on procurement strategies, bid solicitation methods, and risk exposure.
• Prepare legal agreements, ensuring compliance with all bonding, insurance, and licensing requirements.
• Competitive Procurement Management

Prepare and manage bids, RFPs, tenders, and contracts, including site meetings, evaluations, and negotiations.

• Lead bid evaluations, pre-bid meetings, and contract award recommendations.
• Facilitate procurement for major capital and IT projects.

Manages property leases and contracts

• Evaluate contracts, vendor performance, and market conditions to ensure value and compliance.
• Act as the primary liaison for suppliers and vendors, managing inquiries and relationships.
• Negotiate contracts, extensions, and dispute settlements.
• Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate procurement records in compliance with retention policies.

• Prepare legal agreements, ensuring compliance with bonding, insurance, and licensing requirements.
• Update and manage statistical databases and procurement records.

Monitor legislative changes, trends, and best practices to enhance processes and mitigate risks.

• Assess and recommend procurement strategies based on local and provincial legislation.
• Special Projects

Manage property leases, and contract renewals.

• Represent the municipality in purchasing groups and collaborative initiatives.
• Coordinate special procurement assignments and projects as needed.
• Financial analyst and reporting as assigned.
• Customer Service

Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders with professionalism and respect.

Manage the Municipal Insurance Program, including annual renewals, claims, and coordination with insurers and solicitors.

• Develop and support risk management initiatives in partnership with relevant departments and external providers.
• Advise and support special events, ensuring compliance with insurance requirements and timelines.
• Coordinates the Facility Users insurance program ensuring these activities are conducted with the goal of reducing risk exposure.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :

• Post-secondary Degree / Diploma in Business / Public Administration, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
• Completion of the Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA) Public Purchasing Certificate Program and / or completion of a professional Purchasing Designation (Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)), or working towards the designation.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years related professional experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of accounting principles, and the principles, practices, and procedures of public procurement and contract administration.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Knowledge in municipal financial software and programs is an asset.
• knowledge of infrastructure, including roads, storm and sanitary sewers, drainage and water distribution is an asset.
• Experience in planning, negotiating, and managing contracts.
• Capable of analysing complex situations and making informed decisions.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information, manage relationships at all levels, and create business cases for technical topics.

JOB SPECIFIATIONS

• Location : 450 Sunset Drive, St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada
• Job Type Full-time
• Rate of Pay : $36.49 - $43.44 (Band 7)
• Hours of Work : The normal workweek consists of 35 hours; Monday to Friday. You may be required to work outside and beyond the normal hours of work.

HOW TO APPLY

• Applications must be received no later than Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11 : 59 p.m.
• The successful candidate will be required to complete aCriminal Record Check as a condition of employment and prior to commencing employment.
• We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Municipality of Central Elgin is an equal opportunity employer. The Municipality of Central Elgin will attempt to provide reasonable accommodation for known disability for an applicant or employee if requested

Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. Questions respecting the collection of information should be directed to the CAO / Clerk of The Corporation of the Municipality of Central Elgin.