Senior Procurement Officer

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is a regulatory agency that reports to the Ministry of the Attorney General. The AGCO is responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming, horseracing, and cannabis retail sectors in Ontario, in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.

The AGCO's Procurement, Payroll and Administration Branch is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Officer to join their team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement, the Senior Procurement Officer will provide expert advice related to procurement strategy and planning. This includes leading the end-to-end procurement process for their assigned portfolio in accordance with the Ontario Public Service Procurement Directive, issued by the Management Board of Cabinet, and Supply Chain Management Purchasing Policies and Directives, and established AGCO procedures.

Work Location: Head Office, Toronto, ON; Hybrid

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, the successful candidate will:

• Provide strategic procurement advice to program areas to meet procurement requirements and drive customer satisfaction.
  
• Lead the annual procurement planning process with stakeholders and facilitate execution of the finalized plan.
  
• Provide procurement oversight and support for all program areas of the organization.
  
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Support program areas through education and communication of requirements and processes.
  
• Manage and coordinate all aspects of the procurement lifecycle and contract documentation, including tendering process, contract negotiation and execution, vendor performance and risk management.
  
• Evaluate, continuously support, and contribute to the development of innovative sourcing strategies and procurement transformation strategies that drive continuous improvement and value for money.
  
• Support of application of the legislative framework, Ontario Public Sector (OPS) Procurement Directives, policies and procedures.

How do I qualify?

The ideal candidate will have:

• A post-secondary education, preferably in Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting or Business, supplemented by a purchasing, supply chain management or procurement designation.
  
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience.
  A solid background in managing the procurement process for minor to major, complex contracts.
  
• Experience in conducting feasibility studies and preparing business cases to support procurement of goods and services.
  
• Expert knowledge of vendor performance and risk management strategies.
  
• Expert knowledge and understanding of procurement principles and best practices to manage complex procurements.
  
• Expert knowledge and understanding of contract management principles and best practices.
  
• Information Technology Procurement experience is an asset.
  
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  
• Strong problem-solving skills to investigate and solve supply issues and potential liabilities and identify viable options to pursue.
  
• Knowledge of computer applications for word processing, spreadsheet, database, project management and presentation capabilities to create analytical reporting on procurement initiatives.
  
• Strong written, presentation and spoken communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and influence business units and vendors.
  
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.

To apply to this vacancy please submit your application online at our Careers webpage located at: httpss://www.agco.ca/careers by November 18, 2024

The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario's Human Rights Code.

Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.