Infrastructure Ontario (IO), an Ontario crown corporation, provides a wide range of services to support the Ontario government’s initiative to modernize and maximize the value of public infrastructure and realty. IO has been recognized domestically and internationally for the way it does business and the success it has had with its major projects, real estate services, infrastructure lending, commercial projects, and development mandate. IO delivers some of the most complex, ambitious commercial and land development solutions for the Province and continues to evolve and expand its capabilities to maximize its public impact and deliver on its vision of creating a connected, modern and competitive Ontario.

We are seeking a Procurement Advisor to support the evolution of Infrastructure Ontario’s (IO) procurement practices. This role is responsible for enhancing vendor performance programs, developing procurement training, and optimizing procurement systems and processes. The successful candidate will contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing, ensuring IO’s procurement operations remain effective, inclusive, and forward-thinking.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate and improve IO’s vendor performance program, including the development of tools and systems for diverse contract types.
• Analyze vendor performance data to identify trends and support strategic decision-making.
• Curate and maintain a centralized procurement knowledge hub, including templates, guidelines, and annotated documentation.
• Design and deliver procurement training to internal teams and external public sector partners.
• Lead procurement data collection and reporting to support analytics, audits, and governance requirements.
• Provide advice on procurement process optimization and the use of procurement tools and systems.
• Support IO’s Procurement Quality Control Program (PQCP), Service Provider Procurement Audit Program (SPPAP), and Procurement Data Quality Assurance Program (PDQAP) by conducting reviews, verifying data, and ensuring compliance.
• Provide technical support and training on IO’s bidding and evaluation platforms, and collaborate with vendors on system enhancements.
• Collaborate with internal and external key partners to ensure procurement practices are aligned with organizational goals and public sector standards.

What We Are Looking For

• Professional learning in areas such as information systems, business administration, public administration, or business process optimization.

• Knowledge and appreciation of procurement and contract administration practices.

• Understanding of business analytics and process optimization.

• A few years’ experience in:

  • Managing vendor performance programs and developing related systems.
  • Creating and delivering training and program materials.
  • Working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
  • Engaging with internal and external key partners to support procurement initiatives.

• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• A defined contribution pension plan, where IO contributes the equivalent of 5% of a full-time employee’s annual salary, with an option for IO to match an additional 5% contribution made by the employee. IO also offers a Group Retirement Savings Plan and Group Tax Free Savings Account, designed to help IO colleagues plan and save for their future.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision, out-of-country care, paramedical services, and more.
• A pregnancy and parental leave program that offers expecting, eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 31 weeks, and our parental leave program offers eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 15 weeks.
• Access to our $1000 Healthcare Spending Account to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program and a Lifestyle Account that expands the eligibility of health and wellness options and can include coverage for gym memberships and fitness equipment, nutrition counselling or financial planning.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being. IO will also cover the costs associated with up to two membership and license fees per year for eligible colleagues if directly related to the employee’s role.
• Access to a suite of virtual healthcare options to support non-urgent medical needs.
• A convenient, central location at 1 Dundas St West, easily accessible by public transit

This posting will close July 25, 2025.
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

After reviewing the qualifications listed above, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described, but still encourage you to apply, as you may have other relevant expertise and experience that you can bring to the role.

At Infrastructure Ontario, we strive to create a culture that encourages a diverse equitable and inclusive environment that fosters belonging. We believe that experience comes in many forms and through learning from each others’ differences and perspectives gives us strength. We are committed to enhancing our culture and encourage applications from all walks of life. Let us know if you require any accommodations for the selection process, by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience will be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

At Infrastructure Ontario, we use AI in our applicant tracking system to improve the efficiency and fairness of recruitment. Your application will be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team for a thorough evaluation. Please note that final hiring decisions are made solely by our experienced hiring team.

Other details

• Job Family IO-Professional
• Pay Type Salary
• Min Hiring Rate $82,800.00
• Max Hiring Rate $124,100.00