Procurement Coordinator

Marberg Staffing Ltd.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to join their dynamic team in downtown Toronto. In this pivotal role, you will provide procurement and contract coordination services for a provincial government agency, ensuring compliance with public sector directives. The position involves collaborating with clients and vendors, managing relationships, and supporting procurement projects throughout their lifecycle. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact in the public sector while enjoying a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Business or related fields is essential.
• Experience in public sector procurement is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide procurement and contract coordination services for government projects.
• Liaise with clients and vendors throughout the procurement process.

Skills

Procurement Principles

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in Business Administration

Public Administration

Supply Chain Management

Project Management

Job description

Added - 01/21/25 Procurement Coordinator Government and Not for Profit Compensation Range: $30 to $30 Per Hour
Number Of Openings: 10
Toronto, Ontario | Temporary

Procurement Coordinator

(10 positions) for provincial government agency client, downtown Toronto.

Marberg Job Number: 2488.
Job Type: Temporary.
Start Date: Initial term of February 10, 2025, to August 8, 2025, with possible extension.
Compensation: $30 per hour.
Regular Work Hours: FULL TIME WORK HOURS – 7.25 work hours per day, not including 45-minute unpaid lunch break, to be worked during regular business hours (36.25 work hours per week).
Work Location: Hybrid – combination of remote and onsite work at Client's downtown Toronto office, near TTC station.

Responsibilities Summary:
Within a collaborative team environment, provide procurement and contract coordination services in compliance with Ontario public sector procurement directives, supporting a portfolio of designated second-stage procurement projects throughout all stages of the procurement life cycle.

• Coordinate and participate in client consultation and needs solicitation processes.
• Support subsequent design and implementation of procurement projects, including development and dissemination of procurement materials to vendors and other pertinent stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients and vendors throughout the procurement process, addressing any issues and managing relationships to support successful completion of the procurement life cycle.
• Coordinate process of RFS, SOW, and additional procurement or contract documents through procurement approval stages.
• Additional procurement coordination and administration responsibilities as required.

Qualifications:
Education: Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, Project Management or related field.
Work Experience: Demonstrated progressive experience working within a procurement team. Public Sector, Broader Public Sector, or Board-governed organization procurement experience is a strong asset.

Technical and Language Skills Requirements:

• Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite (may be tested).
• Exceptional verbal and written professional English communication, with the ability to effectively communicate on complex and/or sensitive topics with tact, professionalism, and clarity.

Task - Based Qualifications and Additional Attributes:

• Demonstrated understanding of procurement principles and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate a large and diverse portfolio of procurement projects, at various stages of completion.
• Well-developed organization, concentration, and task prioritization skills to effectively multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadline and volume targets.
• Exceptional tact and interpersonal skills, with a history of strong relationship management and working with external stakeholders.
• Exceptional reading comprehension and attention to detail, including editing, proofreading, research, and analytical skills.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach to the workplace. Able to seek guidance when needed, take feedback, and follow directions, policies, and outlined procedures accurately.
• Proven ability to professionally handle confidential information and exercise good judgment in the interpretation and application of instructions and organizational policy.
• Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and collaboratively, and in an advisory capacity, and liaise effectively with a wide and diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada, providing satisfactory documentation upon request.
• Ability to declare personal Non-Conflict of Interest in execution of assignment responsibilities prior to assignment start.
• Provision of certification of AODA and OHSA online training course completion prior to assignment start.
• Satisfactory Background Checks, Technical Skills Evaluations, and Employment References.

Application Notes:

Recommended Application Date: We kindly request that you submit your resume as soon as possible as our client will not accept new applications after January 29, 2025. Qualified applications may be contacted the same day as the date of application.

We thank all applicants for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that Marberg Staffing updates job posts regularly, and external job boards may not reflect these changes in a timely fashion. Please refer to https://marberg.com/career-portal for the most current information including salary range.

Please note that for this position, Marberg Staffing only accepts applications through Indeed.ca, LinkedIn, and marberg.com.

Candidates are only contacted via official phone call, email, or LinkedIn message from Marberg Staffing. Please disregard any initial contact through other mediums such as text message.

Marberg is committed to supporting workplace diversity and inclusivity, to reflect the demographic profile of all Ontarians. Applications are encouraged from equity-seeking groups including people of colour, Indigenous people, individuals with disabilities, and people from the LGBTQ2S community.