Procurement Consultant

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Job summary

Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) in Toronto seeks a strategic Procurement Consultant to lead and support procurement strategies that drive value, transparency and efficiency. The role requires coordinating end-to-end procurement, advising on risk and compliance, and developing templates and tools to standardize practices.

Applicants bring knowledge of procurement directives and contract terms, with strong data analysis and collaboration skills to build fair, transparent

Qualifications

• Understanding of procurement policies, contract law, risk management, and competitive bidding practices.
• Ability to develop procurement strategies and advise on complex tendering processes.
• Ability to align procurement plans with diverse project needs and organizational priorities.
• Experience interpreting and applying procurement directives, standing agreements, and contract terms.

Responsibilities

• lead end-to-end procurement processes, including competitive tendering, vendor communications and contract development
• provide advice to internal teams on procurement strategies, risk mitigation and compliance with OPS directives and EQAO policies
• develop and update procurement policies, procedures, templates and tools to support consistent and transparent practices
• support EQAO projects by identifying procurement needs and providing expert advice

Skills

Procurement policies

Contract law

Risk management

Competitive bidding

Vendor relations

Project lifecycle

Data analysis

Office software

Tools

Office software

Financial analysis tools

Market analysis tools

Job description

Apply By:Monday, October 26, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Education Quality and Accountability Office, Finance and Procurement Unit

City:

Toronto

Position(s) language:

Job term:

1 Temporary - up to 24 months with possibility of extension

We are seeking a strategic Procurement Consultant to lead and support procurement strategies initiatives that drive value, transparency and efficiency at the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO).

About EQAO

The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) is an arm's length government agency of the Ministry of Education. EQAO contributes to the continuous improvement of Ontario's publicly funded education system. The agency creates and delivers engaging and relevant online curriculum-based large-scale assessments for students that lead to further insights and information needed to support student learning and improve student outcomes. Read about our strategic priorities.

About the job

In this role, you will:

• lead end-to-end procurement processes, including competitive tendering, vendor communications and contract development
• provide advice to internal teams on procurement strategies, risk mitigation and compliance with OPS directives and EQAO policies
• develop and update procurement policies, procedures, templates and tools to support consistent and transparent practices
• support EQAO projects by identifying procurement needs and providing expert advice

Procurement and contract management expertise

You have:

• understanding of procurement policies, contract law, risk management, and competitive bidding practices
• ability to develop procurement strategies and advise on complex tendering processes
• ability to align procurement plans with diverse project needs and organizational priorities
• experience interpreting and applying procurement directives, standing agreements, and contract terms

Project management and technical skills

You are:

• able to manage procurement timelines and align them with project life cycles
• skilled in using financial and market analysis to support purchasing decisions
• proficient with office software to track, report, and present procurement data

Communication and collaboration skills

You can:

• provide clear, practical advice to managers and prepare procurement documentation, including memos, tenders, and reports
• build strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders to support fair, transparent procurement

Analytical and problem-solving skills

You can:

• assess business cases and ensure compliance with procurement rules
• identify and resolve procurement issues and recommend process improvements
• review and update procedures, systems, and guidelines to enhance contract management
• use data and insights to support decision-making and risk mitigation

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 24 months, 2 Carlton St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

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Language requirements and assessment:All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.