Procurement Specialist-FT-Purchasing

THUNDER BAY REGIONALHEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

HOOPP pension

Job summary

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage low to medium complexity sourcing, RFx processes, and contracts under $100,000. You will support the strategic sourcing team and collaborate with hospital departments to ensure value and compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in business or health sciences and 2 years in supply chain, along with knowledge of public procurement guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business or related health sciences field.
• 2 years of experience in supply chain functions.
• Strong knowledge of Buy Ontario Act and public procurement directives.

Responsibilities

• Support RFx processes for goods, services and capital equipment.
• Manage procurement activities under $100,000.
• Collaborate with departments, clients and vendors to maximize value.
• Assist in larger, complex procurement activities as needed.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/health sciences

Tools

HealthPro

Medbuy

Purchasing software

RFx software (Biddingo/Bonfire/Merx)

Job description

· ImpactfulWork: Your leadershipwill directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the

efficiency of our operations, in a valuesbased team environment.

· CompetitiveCompensation: We offer acomprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract

· Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud toparticipate in the Healthcare of Ontario

Pension Plan (HOOPP),offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having

access to a pensionplan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believethat a strong

pension recognizes ouremployees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as partof our

overall compensationpackage. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each payperiod. As

your employer, we alsocontribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part ofachieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported andadvanced by research, innovation

and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples ofNorthwestern Ontario.

Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role:

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patientsand families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)

is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive toindividual patient/family preferences, needs, and values

and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating acaring environment for patients and families ensures

continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicantsare required to have a demonstrated knowledge,

understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

The Procurement Specialist reports to the Manager, StrategicSourcing and Distribution and is responsible for

conducting low to medium complexity procurement activities /tasks, including managing the sourcing and contracting

process for goods and services with a procurement value generallyless than $100,000. The Procurement Specialist

facilitates the Request for Goods and Services (RFx) process forgoods, services and capital equipment while

working with a diverse portfolio mix to maximize value and tofoster positive working relationships with departments,

clients and vendors. The Procurement Specialist will be a resourcewhere necessary supporting the Contract

Procurement Specialist in the managing of larger / complexprocurement activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Experience:

• *Bachelor's Degree in business or related health sciences field
• *2 years of experience in overall supply chain functions required,including buying using formal tendering processes.
• *Strong working knowledge of applicable Buy Ontario Act andBroader Public Sector procurement directives, trade agreements and public procurement requirements.

Skills/Abilities:

• *Experience with computerized systems for purchasing, inventorymanagement, distribution and control required.
• *Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications and software
• *Strong attention to detail
• *Demonstrated high levels of initiative, resourcefulness,flexibility and adaptability
• *Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to manageworkload and adapt quickly to a fast‑paced,
• *Demonstrated superior communication skills, oral and written
• *Collaborative approach to problem solving with a solution drivenfocus

Assets:

• *Experience working with HealthPro and/or Medbuy.
• *Working knowledge and familiarity with healthcare environment
• *Experience with an automated Purchasing/Finance software /systems
• *Experience with online RFx software (i.e. Biddingo, Bonfire,Merx, etc.).
• *SCMP or Public Procurement Designation

Salary Range: $40.270 to 50.340

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety andsecurity of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to externalcandidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory

Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure theabsence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of

full vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health& Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated

adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance atwork is imperative, therefore, all applicants will

have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered forthis position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, andaccessible environment supporting diversity in our work

environment to provide quality care where all feel valued,respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a

workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serveand encourage Indigenous people, visible

minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify.Upon request, accommodations due to a disability

are available throughout the selection process. Additionally weare identified as an English/French speaking health

sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, theHospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified

individuals.

11:59p.m. on Thursday, 15 October, 2026.