Purchasing assistant Jobs in Toronto, ON

Are you a Senior Purchasing and Contract Specialist looking for a new opportunity?
Are you looking for a new contract opportunity?

We are pleased to offer you a new contract opportunity for you to consider: Senior Purchasing and Contract Specialist

-Start: ASAP
-Estimated length: 12 months
-Location: North York
-Hybrid role




Advantages
-You will have an opportunity to work with a leading employer in the local market.

-Potential for extension.



Responsibilities
-Support division in negotiating and advising contract owner in development of
-Contract Management plan
-Execution of required steps in the process to deliver new and existing contracts across technology group
-Includes demand management, supplier agreement reviews, legal and procurement procedure and follow city procurement practices and policies
-support negotiation of software , hardware and professional service agreements with contract owners
-Develop and support key contract analytics across licensing , subscription , services and assets to support value based contract outcomes
-Report to Team Lead – Contract Management



Qualifications
-Completion of a degree in business, commerce, finance and technology or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
- 6-8 years of experience in procurement and sourcing, including leadership in the successful execution of large technology contracts.
- Thorough knowledge of procurement and contracting principles and practical experience of procurement processes, methods, practices and contract administration in the Canadian government sector.
- Directly related work experience in the procurement and administration of technology goods and services including Statements of Work.
- Experience in the preparation of commercial documents for Request for Proposals (RFPs)/Request for Bids (RFBs), Negotiated Requests for Proposals (NRFPs), Requests for lnformation (RFls), Notices of Intent (NOls), pre-qualifications and contracts.
- Work with the Clients, Partners and Team members and Suppliers/Vendors to facilitate -Requests for Proposals, Request for Quotes and Invitations to Bid.
- Ability to operate strategically, manage complex problems, employ interactive and effective communications and foster collaborative relationships.
- Strong analytical and financial modelling skills in software , subscription and cloud based contracts. Proven experience in delivering effective , efficient and value based outcomes through effective contract management.



Summary
Do you have this experience? If you answer YES, then please apply IMMEDIATELY to so we can then discuss your experience and interest in this opportunity!

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