Senior IT Procurement Specialist

Medavie Inc.; City of Moncton; Hybrid; CAD 88.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

Pension plan

Annual performance bonus

Hybrid/Remote work options

Vacation/Time-off program

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Medavie Inc. is seeking an IT Procurement Specialist to lead enterprise technology sourcing and procurement that aligns with business objectives, roadmaps, and priorities to deliver tangible value.

The successful candidate will drive strategic procurement, partner with internal and external teams, and balance value, risk, and speed while adopting a customer-centric approach and continuous improvement mindset. Hybrid or remote work options and a comprehensive benefits package are available.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Minimum 4 years of IT procurement and supplier management experience.
• Nice to have certifications in PMAC/SCMP/ISM/CTPE.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate IT hardware, software, and services procurement and renewals.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships and support negotiations.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities through contract optimization and standardization.
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, Finance, and business teams across the lifecycle.
• Streamline procurement processes and maintain templates and playbooks.
• Stay informed on market trends and AI-enabled tools to support decisions.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Kenntnisse

Procurement strategy

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Spend analysis

Regulatory compliance

Supplier management

Communication

Project management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field.

Tools

Procurement software

Contract management systems

Jobbeschreibung

Position Type: Permanent If you’re looking for a fulfilling career that can make a real difference in your life, and the lives of others, you’ve come to the right place. As a national health solutions partner, we put people first in everything we do — and that begins with our team of 8,000+ professionals who bring a cross-section of diverse life experiences and career expertise to Medavie. By collaborating and innovating together, our employees are creating industry-leading solutions in insurance, primary care and emergency medical services that impact millions of lives in Canada each year. Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest — and it’s reflected in our award‑winning culture. We celebrate individuality and value the diverse perspectives and skills our employees contribute. We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, flexible work options, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. Medavie is where employees can be their best selves, feel they belong, and achieve their full potential.

The Opportunity Medavie is maturing our information technology procurement practice and is seeking an IT Procurement Specialist who is passionate about enterprise technology strategic sourcing and procurement activities. The work aligns procurement activities with business objectives, technology roadmaps, and organizational priorities to deliver measurable business value. The successful candidate will approach procurement as a strategic capability that enables business success through effective partnerships, efficient processes, and value‑driven decision making. The IT Procurement Specialist works closely with internal and external partners to advise, manage procurement pathways, ensuring appropriate commercial conditions, and make purchases that balance value, risk, speed. This role requires a customer‑centric approach with a skillset in strategic sourcing, negotiation, market research, cost‑effective deals, contract optimization, supplier management, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement. Our IT Procurement team is evolving; we’re looking for another team member who embraces continuous improvement, brings fresh perspectives, and is excited to contribute to the advancement of our procurement capabilities.

What You’ll Do

• Manage IT Procurement Activities: coordinate the procurement and renewal of IT hardware, software, and services while ensuring compliance and supporting business objectives.
• Support Supplier Management: build and maintain supplier relationships, monitor performance, contribute to contract negotiations, and help drive improvements in value, quality, innovation, and risk management.
• Identify Cost Optimization Opportunities: analyze spending and support initiatives that improve commercial outcomes through contract optimization, standardization, consolidation, and demand management.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: partner with IT, Legal, Finance, and business teams to provide procurement guidance and support throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Enhance Processes and Tools: identify opportunities to streamline, standardize, and automate procurement processes while maintaining documentation, templates, training materials, and playbooks.
• Leverage Market Insights & AI: stay informed on industry trends, supplier markets, emerging technologies, and AI‑enabled tools to support informed decision‑making, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure Compliance: help ensure procurement activities comply with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience in IT procurement and supplier management, with a proven track record of managing complex IT procurements.
• Certification: Certification in procurement or supply chain management (PMAC/SCMP/ISM/CTPE) are nice to have.
• Skills:
  • Strong experience leading complex procurement processes and managing multiple priorities.
  • Commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and communication skills.
  • Expertise in spend analysis, demand management, and sourcing strategies.
  • Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in procurement methodologies, software and tools.
  • Knowledge of IT products and services.
  • Expertise in legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong customer‑service and relationship management skills.
  • Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset (process, procurement methodologies, operating model) and ability to lead change initiatives.
  • Experience developing procurement policies, playbooks, or training material.
  • Excellent coordination and organizational skills.
• Language Skills: English, written and spoken required. French, written and spoken would be considered an asset.
• Security Clearance Requirement: In conjunction with our contract with the Federal Government, you will be required to have Reliability Status Clearance (Enhanced Level B). This includes Fingerprinting, Criminal Record Check, Credit Check and you must have resided in Canada for at least 5 years and hold Permanent Resident or Citizenship Status.

What’s in it for you?

• Permanent full‑time position with strong career growth opportunities.
• Hybrid or remote work arrangements.
• Flexible work environment and work‑life balance.
• 100% employer‑paid health, dental, and vision benefits (effective Day1).
• 100% employer‑matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Annual performance‑based Incentive Bonus.
• A gifted week of vacation in your first year + optional Vacation Purchase Program.
• Support for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Wellness programs, health resources, and fitness discounts.
• Pay Range: $$88,157 - $110,197 #CBM2 #LI-VS1

The Base Pay range may vary depending on the successful candidate or other relevant job‑related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and education/training. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Medavie employees may participate in various performance‑based incentive programs. Payments under these programs are discretionary and subject to both individual and organizational results.

We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs. We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws.

We appreciate everyone who has shown interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Full careers. Full lives. Medavie is a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in healthcare delivery, benefits management, health management, and primary care. Backed by the strength of a team of 8,500+ professionals from coast to coast, we’re committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest.

Medavie provides all‑in‑one private health insurance, public health administration, emergency medical services as Canada's largest contracted provider, as well as primary care, community health, mental health and addictions solutions, medical communications, and clinical training. As a not‑for‑profit organization, Medavie is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, certified by Imagine Canada for philanthropy and community engagement, and Rainbow Registered as an organization that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion.