Strategic Procurement Specialist - Healthcare Supply Chain

Canadian Blood Services; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization dedicated to saving lives is seeking a Temporary Full-time Procurement Specialist in Ottawa. In this role, you will provide strategic procurement support and manage supplier relationships to ensure the best value for goods and services. You are expected to have significant experience in negotiation and contract management. The position offers a competitive salary of $69,229 - $82,145 and a hybrid work model, requiring 40% on-site presence. Join a dynamic team committed to improving lives.

Benefits

Percentage in lieu of benefits and vacation

Annual performance award up to 6%

Defined pension plan

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of three to five years of procurement experience.
• Experience in negotiation and contract management.
• Knowledge of procurement principles related to RFP, RFQ, and RFI.

Responsibilities

• Drive successful procurement outcomes aligned with business objectives.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure quality and compliance.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies and contract management.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Cost-benefit analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Post-secondary education in Business Administration or Material Management

Certified Supply Chain Management Professional designation

Tools

SAP

Excel

MS Word

Job description

An organization dedicated to saving lives is seeking a Temporary Full-time Procurement Specialist in Ottawa. In this role, you will provide strategic procurement support and manage supplier relationships to ensure the best value for goods and services. You are expected to have significant experience in negotiation and contract management. The position offers a competitive salary of $69,229 - $82,145 and a hybrid work model, requiring 40% on-site presence. Join a dynamic team committed to improving lives.