UPDATE :   Please be advised that this position is still open, but our Client is not accepting new applications at this time. Should the position re-open to additional Candidates, we will review your application, otherwise we will hold your resume on file for future job opportunities.

IT Procurement Specialist  (2 positions) for provincial government ministry client, downtown Toronto.

Marberg Job Number : 2417

Job Type :  Temporary.

Initial Term : November 20, 2024 to April 30, 2025.

Compensation : $34.38 per hour.

Regular Work Hours : 7.25 hours per day not including 1 hour unpaid lunch break, to be worked during regular business hours, Monday to Friday (36.25 work hours per week).

Work Location :  Hybrid - combination of 2 days remote-based and 3 days onsite at client's downtown Toronto office, near TTC station. Onsite work expectations subject always to client business requirements, and may change according to client business need.

Responsibilities Summary :

Conduct and support end-to-end procurement activities to acquire Information Technology (IT) goods and services, including IT consulting services, software licenses and maintenance agreements, for provincial government clients. Advise clients on procurement procedures and policies, supply and delivery options, contract management, and procurement best practices, minimizing risk and ensuring purchase decisions meet cost and quality deliverables.

• Conduct vendor sourcing research by utilizing in-house and online resources, and visiting manufacturers, suppliers and trade shows as needed. Research and evaluate new or specialized products.
• Provide procurement policy interpretation and advice, ensuring compliance with provincial government public procurement directives and guidelines, and operating procedures of provincial trade agreements.
• Organize, coordinate and develop specifications and weighted evaluation criteria in consultation with clients for IT goods and services, to meet diverse operational and program requirements of different provincial government business units.
• Assist senior staff to prepare and conduct Request for Proposal (RFB) and Request for Bids (RFB) processes. Develop, negotiate and manage large, complex tenders ensuring compliance with procurement directives, policies and evaluation methodologies.
• Prepare accurate written descriptions on materials, supplies and equipment, analyze vendor quotations. Review proposals, analyze procurement buying trends, apply pre-established evaluation criteria, and make recommendations to clients on tender award.
• Support contract negotiations between successful respondents, legal services, and clients, and develop and finalize IT consulting service contract agreements. Lead unsuccessful bidder de-briefings and responding to Tender Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FIPPA) requests.
• Conduct external Contractors Security Clearance process as required.
• Manage contract compliance, and investigate and resolve any supply or performance related matters.
• Prepare reports and PowerPoint presentation as required. Participate on divisional and inter-ministry committees and project teams as required.
• Additional procurement related responsibilities as required.

Qualifications :

Education :  Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in Public Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Work Experience : At least 3+ years of progressive experience in commercial procurement.

Preferred Sector Experience : Ontario public sector or broader public sector procurement experience strongly preferred.

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Application Notes :

Recommended Application Date : We kindly request that you submit your resume as soon as possible, as our client will not accept new applications after Thursday November 14. Qualified applications may be contacted same day as date of application.