Procurement Supervisor

City of St. Catharines; St. Catharines; Hybrid; CAD 99,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government organization in the Niagara Region seeks a Procurement Supervisor to oversee procurement functions and lead a team. The successful candidate will have a university degree in a related field and at least seven years of experience in municipal purchasing. Responsibilities include managing procurement processes, providing expert advice, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

OMERS pension plan

Training and development funds

Flexible hybrid work options

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Seven years of progressive experience in purchasing in a municipal or government setting.
• Detailed understanding of contract law and competitive bidding regulations.
• Proven ability to organize workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement processes and manage the procurement team.
• Prepare reports on procurement activity and develop performance metrics.
• Provide support to resolve procurement issues and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Exceptional communication skills

Time management

Ability to build relationships

Analytical skills

Education

University Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Purchasing or Supply Chain Management

Purchasing professional certification (CPPO or equivalent)

Job description

At the City of St. Catharines, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll find a place that fits. Here, your work means something — where you can see the impact, feel the pride, and know you’re a part of something bigger. You’ll be trusted to do your job, backed by people who care, and part of a team that shows up for each other. There’s flexibility when it counts, and a real understanding that life doesn’t stop when the workday starts. With pay you can count on, great benefits, and a pension that helps you plan ahead — you’ve got more than a job. You’ve got the space to grow, the balance you need, and a place that gets it.

It feels different — because it is.

It’s a place that works for you.

About The Role

Reporting to the Manager Financial Planning, the Procurement Supervisor is a supervisory role and is responsible to oversee the procurement function and supervise/manage the Purchasing Agent and Assistant Purchasing Agent in day-to-day tasks and escalations. This role is to ensure that the development, implementation and administration of the effective and efficient procurement strategies are done in a fair, open and transparent manner. The Procurement Supervisor will elevate the profile of the procurement division and lead the City in improving business outcomes through collaborative efforts with a corporate lens.

This role provides expert advice to all staff levels including Council to achieve strategic procurement objectives for the acquisition of goods and services with a corporate lens. This includes tasks such as background research, preparation of formal procurement documents in alignment with the procurement bylaw, and analyzing purchase history by obtaining pricing, ordering and expediting goods and services and other duties. The Procurement Supervisor will lead the procurement team to deliver optimal customer service and deliver on procurement work plans, while ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, regulation and corporate policies and procedures.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Oversee and supervise, support and review the competitive procurement processes (RFx for goods and services based on the request of the end user) of the Purchasing Agent and Assistant Purchasing Agent.
• Provide support to resolve any issues the agents may have during this process while adhering to the Purchasing By-law, relevant government regulations and ethical purchasing practices.
• Participate in strategic meetings from the perspective of Financial Management Services, financial policies, corporate strategy, corporate oversight, and legal and risk mitigation during the preparation of the RFx.
• Prepare reports on procurement activity, including but not limited to direct and indirect savings, ongoing stakeholder engagement, frequency, volume, value, type and geography, vendor relationships and confidential procurement matters.
• Develop and implement performance metrics, tools, and processes to optimize sourcing and supplier activities.
• Lead changes in the procurement policies, practices, and procedures, and provide education regarding the procurement bylaw and related procedures to City Staff.
• Supervise and provide oversight of the Purchasing Agent and Assistant Purchasing Agent including allocating and assigning work and resolving procurement issues.

What’s Required

• University Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Purchasing or Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Recognized purchasing professional certification program such as those certified by Universal Public Procurement Certification Council/Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (CSCL) or equivalent.
• Seven years of progressive experience in purchasing experience in a municipal or government setting or public procurement organization.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of the contract law, laws of competitive bidding, bonding, surety bonds, insurance and government legislation and / regulations relating to public purchasing functions.
• Understanding and working knowledge of municipal finance, Public Sector Accounting Standards, and relevant legislation (i.e. Municipal Act).
• Ability to think and interact effectively, tactfully, courteously with all levels of staff and public to build cooperative and collaborative relationships.
• Proven ability to organize workload under limited supervision and to meet deadlines.
• Strong time management skills to implement new and manage existing initiatives among multiple or competing priorities.
• Leverage the purchasing power of the City to achieve greater efficiencies through volume/strategic purchasing and by promoting as much standardization as possible.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written) including the ability to provide recommendations, assistance and direction to staff at all levels of the organization.
• Highly motivated with initiative and self-started and works well with limited oversight.
• Leadership skills.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License.

Job Details

Job ID: 2025-178

Pay Rate: $99,809 to $116,753

Hours: 35 per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Location: St. Catharines, ON

Work Mode: Hybrid (50% or more remote)

Employee Group: Non-Union

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Duration: Ongoing

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Jobs with an application deadline will close at 11:59 PM on that date. Jobs listed as ‘open until filled’ may close at any time.

Other Requirements

Other Position Requirements include: Ability to travel between City work locations.

Candidates selected for the position will be required to complete the Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness training and provide proof of the educational credentials listed on their resume and job application.

What’s In It For You

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Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Great People: Be part of a team that supports you, celebrates your wins, and helps you succeed.
• Make Your Mark: Bring your ideas, drive meaningful change, and leave a lasting impact on our community.
• Learn & Grow: Access training and development funds to take your skills to the next level.
• Competitive Pay: Competitive pay from a certified Ontario Living Wage Employer.
• Secure Future: Join the OMERS pension plan with employer-matched contributions.
• Balance & Benefits: Flexible hybrid work options plus health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible positions.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of St. Catharines is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and respectful work environment. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Our community is enriched by people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences—a value reflected in our 2023–2027 Strategic Plan.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and education levels to apply. While specific qualifications may be required for certain roles, we assess each applicant’s overall suitability. Please note that unionized roles are subject to collective agreement requirements.

Accommodation

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Application Process

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Interviews and Assessments

Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted via video conferencing or in person. Various tests and/or assessments may be administered as part of the selection process.

Use of AI

The City of St. Catharines does not use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in any part of the recruitment process.