Reporting to the Manager, Supply Chain Management this role will manage a portfolio of contracts in alignment with contract terms, budgets and Supply Chain Management policies and procedures. This position will also support reporting requirements and key divisional initiatives by assisting in the development and implementation of improved processes, procedures and reviewing best practices. The Supply Chain Analyst may also lead procurements, when required.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Oversee a portfolio of assigned contracts of medium complexity including processing of contract extensions and change orders, negotiations, performance issue resolution and performing the relating analysis using statistics and other market information.
- Prepare various reports, such as contract spend, and analyze results to make recommendations including financial and non-financial information.
- Research best practices and make recommendations for procurement policies and procedures.
- Research markets, benchmark pricing and report on statistics and trends to support decision making.
- Provide assistance and support in the delivery of divisional projects to achieve divisional objectives.
- Liaise with internal staff and vendors to perform procurement duties.
- Advise program staff and team members on procurement matters relating to contract management and governance.
- Ensure compliance for all activities in accordance with the Procurement By-Law and any relating policies and procedures.
- Lead assigned procurements as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
Degree or diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management or equivalent.Three (3) to five (5) years’ progressive experience in financial analysis, reporting, procurement, and contract management.An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.Preferred
Certification from a Procurement or Supply Chain Program (OPBA, NIGP, SCMA).Sound background in supply chain policies and practices in a government environment.Knowledge of Federal / Provincial legislation / regulations / trade agreements and policies affecting the program delivery of municipal activities.Strong communication skills, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and ability to interpret financial and non-financial information.Experience with process design, procedure and policy development.Negotiation experience.Working / Employment Conditions
Working Conditions
Travel between Regional office locations may be required on a limited basis. Incumbent must provide their own transportation.