Senior Specialist, Strategic Procurement

CMHC; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

CMHC seeks a Senior Specialist in Strategic Procurement to join their Procurement Team. This permanent, full-time role focuses on compliance, risk management, and operational excellence, providing the opportunity to influence sourcing strategies while contributing to a well-functioning housing system. The ideal candidate is bilingual, experienced in procurement, and skilled in stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

Annual paid vacation

Annual individual performance incentive

Defined benefit pension plan

Comprehensive group insurance plan

Support for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in procurement or supply management.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Proven ability to lead initiatives and influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic procurement initiatives focusing on compliance and improvement.
• Conduct audits to ensure adherence to regulations.
• Advise senior leadership on sourcing strategies.

Skills

Procurement principles

Risk management

Operational excellence

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business, Procurement, Finance

Tools

Procurement tools and templates

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 10823

Position Status:Permanent Full Time

Position Type:Hybrid

Office Location:Ottawa (ON); Calgary (AB); Halifax (NS); Montreal (QC); Toronto (ON); Vancouver (BC)

Travel Requirement:Limited

Language Designation:Bilingual

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak):BBB

Security Requirement:Secret

Salary:Our salaries generally range from $101639.30to $127049.13and are based on qualifications and experience.

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done.Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role
Join the Procurement Team where we provide expert guidance in sourcing and procurement while upholding the highest standards of ethics, transparency, and operational excellence. As a Senior Specialist, Strategic Procurement, you will lead strategic procurement initiatives with a strong focus on compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a procurement professional who thrives in a dynamic, high-impact environment and is passionate about driving value and integrity in procurement.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and maintain procurement compliance programs, policies, and tools.
• Conduct audits and assessments to ensure adherence to procurement regulations.
• Provide training and guidance to procurement staff on compliance and best practices.
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes and update procurement frameworks accordingly.
• Advise senior leadership on sourcing strategies and risk mitigation.
• Lead strategic procurement projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Promote vendor diversity and implement strategies to increase diverse supplier participation.
• Benchmark with peer organizations to align with best practices and reduce procurement risk.

What you should have:

• An undergraduate degree in Business, Procurement, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience of procurement or supply management in large organizations.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, compliance, and sourcing strategies.
• Proven ability to manage risk, drive operational excellence, and lead initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience developing procurement tools, templates, and training materials.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence decision-making.
• Bilingual in French and English.

It would be great if you also had:

• CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or SCMA (Supply Chain Management Association) certification.
• Knowledge of CFTA (Canadian Free Trade Agreement), CETA (Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement), and their application in public procurement.
• Experience with ESG (Environnement, Social et Governance) procurement principles, diversity and inclusion best practices, indigenous procurement practices.
• Background in IT procurement supporting digital transformation initiatives.

Posting closing date:Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process . If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!