Procurement Specialist

Adecco; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Health and safety programs

Medical and dental benefits

Free training programs

New onboarding process

Job summary

Adecco is currently hiring a Procurement Specialist for a contract opportunity in Toronto, ON. This role supports procurement planning, conducts supplier negotiations, and ensures compliance with policies and legislation.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years’ procurement experience, a relevant degree, and a professional designation or progression toward one, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Working toward or currently pursuing a professional purchasing designation such as SCMP Supply Chain Management Professional) or equivalent procurement certification.
• 1-3 years of procurement experience beyond educational requirements.
• Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, contract administration, and competitive bidding processes.
• Understanding of contract law, negotiation techniques, risk management, and public-sector procurement practices.
• Experience preparing and evaluating tenders, RFPs, RFQs, and other procurement documents.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and procurement systems.
• Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

Responsibilities

• Partner with client groups to support procurement planning through regular consultation and communication.
• Review project requirements and determine the most effective procurement strategy based on technical requirements, timelines, budget, and supplier availability.
• Provide guidance on procurement processes while ensuring compliance with legislative, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
• Prepare tender and proposal documents, manage competitive procurement processes, and evaluate submissions.
• Negotiate and administer contracts, purchase orders, change orders, and related procurement documentation.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders regarding scope, specifications, pricing, and contract terms.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations, including financial requirements.
• Support the resolution of procurement and contractual issues, escalating concerns as required.
• Stay informed of emerging procurement trends, market conditions, and best practices to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and resolve procurement challenges while maintaining a high standard of customer service.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract administration

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Legislation awareness

Public-sector procurement

Education

University degree in Business

Public Administration

Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement systems

Job description

Adecco is currently hiring a Procurement Specialist for a contract opportunity in Toronto, ON.

This role is ideal for a procurement professional with experience managing complex public-sector or corporate purchasing processes, contract administration, tendering activities, and stakeholder engagement. In this role you will provide procurement expertise, support strategic sourcing initiatives, and ensure compliance with procurement policies, legislation, and best practices.

• Pay Rate: $70-$80/hour




• Location: Toronto, ON




• Shift: Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 4:45pm




• Hybrid - minimum 3 days per week in office (subject to increase during the assignment)




• Job type: Temporary|Full-time




• Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Here's why you should apply:

• Paid weekly accurate and on time




• Strong health and safety programs




• Medical and dental benefits once qualified




• Free training programs




• New and quicker onboarding process

Responsibilities:

• Partner with client groups to support procurement planning through regular consultation and communication.




• Review project requirements and determine the most effective procurement strategy based on technical requirements, timelines, budget, and supplier availability.




• Provide guidance on procurement processes while ensuring compliance with legislative, regulatory, and organizational requirements.




• Prepare tender and proposal documents, manage competitive procurement processes, and evaluate submissions.




• Negotiate and administer contracts, purchase orders, change orders, and related procurement documentation.




• Liaise with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders regarding scope, specifications, pricing, and contract terms.




• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations, including financial requirements.




• Support the resolution of procurement and contractual issues, escalating concerns as required.




• Stay informed of emerging procurement trends, market conditions, and best practices to support continuous improvement initiatives.




• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and resolve procurement challenges while maintaining a high standard of customer service.

Qualifications and Skills:

• University degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field.




• Working toward or currently pursuing a professional purchasing designation such as SCMP Supply Chain Management Professional) or equivalent procurement certification.




• 1-3 years of procurement experience beyond educational requirements.




• Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, contract administration, and competitive bidding processes.




• Understanding of contract law, negotiation techniques, risk management, and public-sector procurement practices.




• Experience preparing and evaluating tenders, RFPs, RFQs, and other procurement documents.




• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.




• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.




• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and procurement systems.




• Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we're making the future work for everyone.