Urban Forestry Operations & Finance Specialist

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Toronto seeks an Operations Support Officer for the Urban Forestry Branch. You will manage purchasing activities, assist with budget analysis, and support project coordination. Candidates should have post-secondary education in Purchasing or Business Administration, alongside experience in Microsoft Suite applications and SAP finance. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills are essential, and knowledge of Urban Forestry is an asset. This full-time temporary position offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education in Purchasing, Business administration or discipline pertinent to the job function.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities within tight time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities and process payments.
• Analyze operating budget variance and complete cost projections.
• Assist in the development of RFQs and RFPs.

Skills

Microsoft Suite applications

SAP finance

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Post-Secondary education in Purchasing or Business Administration

Tools

Maximo

Job description

A municipal government in Toronto seeks an Operations Support Officer for the Urban Forestry Branch. You will manage purchasing activities, assist with budget analysis, and support project coordination. Candidates should have post-secondary education in Purchasing or Business Administration, alongside experience in Microsoft Suite applications and SAP finance. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills are essential, and knowledge of Urban Forestry is an asset. This full-time temporary position offers a dynamic work environment.