Procurement Manager

Ontario Energy Board; Toronto; On-site; CAD 136,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector agency in Ontario is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities and ensure compliance with relevant directives. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in public sector procurement and strong leadership skills. The role involves managing a team, negotiating contracts, and implementing procurement strategies to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in public sector procurement.
• 2-4 years' experience managing direct reports within a Procurement department.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end competitive procurement process.
• Establish, update, and maintain procurement operational processes.
• Implement third-party risk management procedures.
• Assist operations in the negotiation and implementation of contracts.
• Provide strategic advice and recommendations to client areas.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Project management

Procurement strategy development

Education

University/College Degree in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Dynamics GP

Job description

Overview

The Ontario Energy Board is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee the day-to-day execution of procurement activities, ensuring alignment with Ontario Public Sector Procurement Directives, OEB Policy, Trade Agreements, and applicable legislation. Reporting to the Director, Finance Procurement & Facilities, the Manager provides oversight and direction to staff to support the mission, priorities, and values of the OEB.

Job ID: 820    Position Type: Non-Union Permanent    Department: Procurement    Salary Grade: M18 ($136,363 - $176,349)    Job Posting Close Date: 09/18/2025

We are committed to the economic and social development of Ontario and work every day to deliver public value to Ontarians as part of a diverse, driven, transparent and thoughtful team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end competitive procurement process including procurement planning, strategy development, and the preparation of procurement documents such as Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Requests for Information (RFI), and Statements of Work (SOW), including all purchase order processing and business cases or related documents and vendor contracts.
• Establish, update, and maintain procurement operational processes, guidelines, standards, and best practices, ensuring compliance with Government Directives.
• Implement third-party risk management procedures and a vendor performance process; provide guidance to support enhancement within the procurement process.
• Assist operations in the negotiation and implementation of contracts with vendors.
• Lead and oversee complex, high-risk, politically sensitive and/or contentious procurement processes by providing leadership, guidance, and support.
• Provide strategic advice, consultation, and recommendations to client areas at the executive level to mitigate risk and advance objectives.
• Introduce and promote innovative, value-based procurement solutions to deliver cost reductions, improve service delivery, and mitigate risk to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Lead and manage a team of three through guidance and leadership.

Qualifications

• University/College Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in public sector procurement.
• 2-4 years' experience managing direct reports within a Procurement department.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Dynamics GP, etc.).
• Experience with/knowledge of the public sector procurement environment, including the Ontario Public Sector Procurement Directives and applicable revisions; understanding of how political environment can influence procurement outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, regulations, and policies.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Experience in managing contracts and supplier relationships.
• Familiarity with e-procurement systems and tools.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects to completion concurrently, including facilitation, presenting, documenting, and reporting.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Ontario Energy Board will make reasonable efforts to provide accommodation to candidates with disabilities in the recruitment process upon written request. Candidates seeking accommodation should identify their needs as soon as possible. Questions concerning accommodation availability may be directed by email to [e-mail].