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We have an exciting Permanent Full-Time, Non-Unionized opportunity in the Procurement Services Department for an experienced and motivated individual.

Procurement Category Specialist (Construction Related Procurements)

J0725-0836

Vaughan is a city on the move. With a downtown core rising from the ground – the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, a state-of-the-art hospital opening its doors in 2021 – the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, and a bustling subway, exciting projects are transforming the community. Be a part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan.

The City of Vaughan is an equal opportunity employer serving one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Canada, we are an organization committed to diversity and inclusivity, providing a thriving work environment, excellent benefits, learning and growth opportunities and a place where collaboration and teamwork are fostered. As one of the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2021, we continuously employ workplace best-practices – and they’re getting noticed! Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.

Position Overview

Responsible for providing procurement expertise and advice to support a variety of complex, high-value, politically sensitive procurement initiatives of goods, services and construction to client departments. Must be proficient in construction-related procurements and familiar with construction law and contracts as it relates to procurement. Heavily involved in strategic procurement planning to develop city-wide annual procurement plans and support departmental objectives; determine cost effective procurement strategies. Responsible for assessing the complexity of the procurement initiatives and recommending best approaches; preparing RF (x) documents (eg. tenders, request for proposals, request for information, quotations and other procurement documents) in collaboration with the client departments and managing the end to end of the procurement process, including, procurement planning, drafting (RFx), risk management posting, bidding, evaluating, approval, contract development and execution processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must have expertise in construction – related procurements

• University degree in a technical or business discipline (preferably Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain, Economics or Finance or suitable equivalent) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum seven (7) years’ progressive experience in a public-sector procurement environment. Municipal procurement experience is preferred.

• Designation as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) or Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) Certified Supply Chain Leader (CSCL) designation.

• Demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience in government procurement policies, procedures and guidelines and providing technical guidance to client departments.

• Planning and organizational skills to recognize and schedule priorities and coordinate concurrent complex projects.

• Demonstrated experience in comprehending information and working in a fast-paced environment where multi-tasking, prioritizing and reprioritizing on a regular basis is required.

• Must possess the sense of process ownership and take accountability for actions.

• Excellent customer service skills to build strong working relationships with clients and peers.

• Experience in procuring a wide range of commodities, goods, services, consulting, IT, facilities, maintenance, repair and operating, and construction (roads, building, etc).

• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in contract law, competitive bidding contract law, construction act, and trade agreements, eg. CETA, CFTA and other federal and provincial legislative requirements.

• Ability to perform with independence under the direction of the Procurement Manager, Client Relations and Category Management and withing the framework of policies, procedures, templates and legislated requirements such as the various trade agreements.

• Ability to provide senior level procurement expertise to senior management on large scale procurements; mitigating risks and presenting alternative strategies.

• Project management skills and technical proficiency to lead procurement projects.

• Reviewing and analyzing skills to review and clarify information to ensure a clear understanding of client procurement needs and to provide clients with procurement options.

• Strong problem-solving skills to advise clients if requests are in contravention of applicable policies and procedures and making recommendation on best course of action.

• Researching skills to keep abreast of changes to industry standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.

• Ability to facilitate a RFP evaluation process, apply evaluation criteria and recommend awards.

• Experience in communicating with senior management to resolve procurement and vendor issues, and with legal counsel to obtain legal advice to address contractual matters.

• Strong written and oral communication, presentation and persuasion skills to deliver information, prepare briefing notes, conduct debriefings, prepare documents and training sessions to clients and bidders.

• Demonstrate excellent analytical, written and verbal skills.

• Represents the department at both internal and external professional events.

• Interpersonal and team collaboration skills to build a broad range of professional relationships.

• Familiarity with JD Edwards Procurement modules and experience with other computer software such as Microsoft Excel, Work, PowerPoint, Outlook.

• A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license, in good standing, with access to reliable vehicle for corporate use or the ability to travel safely and efficiently on City business.

If you are an energetic person who is interested in bringing your knowledge and passion to the City of Vaughan, please visit our website to apply online by August 22, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, the City of Vaughan uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions.

The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.