About the role
The Area Procurement Specialist is responsible for implementing national procurement strategies at the area level while identifying and executing additional procurement opportunities within Ontario. This role ensures consistent application of corporate procurement standards across local operations and branches, while also navigating the unique vendor landscapes of different provinces and sometimes remote communities. The ideal candidate will be adept at balancing enterprise-level objectives with local operational realities.
Working closely with district managers, regional operations teams, and corporate procurement leadership, the Area Procurement Manager will support cost savings initiatives, lead area/regional RFPs, manage vendor relationships, and help standardize procurement processes across the area.
Key Responsibilities
Area Procurement Implementation
- Translate national procurement initiatives into actionable plans for branches across Ontario.
- Ensure alignment with corporate strategies while tailoring implementation to local operational needs.
- Identify area or region-specific procurement opportunities not currently covered under national agreements.
- Analyze spend data to uncover cost-saving opportunities and inefficiencies within the area.
- Lead RFP processes for applicable goods and services.
- Provide training and support to branch and field-level staff on procurement standards and practices and RFP processes.
Vendor Relationship Management
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms while ensuring service quality.
- Monitor supplier performance and provide feedback to both regional teams and corporate stakeholders.
- Balance national/area vendor partnerships while meeting local branch service needs.
Cost Optimization & Risk Mitigation
- Track procurement performance and drive area-level initiatives that reduce costs and increase value.
- Mitigate risks by ensuring supplier reliability, compliance, and alignment with contractual terms.
- Evaluate lease vs. buy and service contract decisions in collaboration with operations and finance teams.
- Serve as the point of contact for resolving procurement-related issues at the area/regional level.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Act as a bridge between corporate procurement, regional procurement and local branches.
-
Support internal stakeholders with sourcing, vendor onboarding, and procurement-related training.
-
Regularly communicate progress, issues, and successes to the Area Vice President and corporate procurement team.
Qualifications
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Minimum 5–8 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related field, preferably in a multi-site or regional role.
-
Self-starter with high degree of initiative and grit.
-
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
-
Ability to analyze data and develop procurement strategies that deliver tangible cost savings.
-
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work across multiple stakeholder levels.
-
Familiarity with RFP processes and contract development.
-
Organized, adaptable, and capable of managing competing priorities across a wide geographic area.
-
Excellent at leading through influence and articulating the benefits of decisions to others
Preferred Experience
- Experience working with vendors in both urban and rural or remote regions.
- Knowledge of procurement challenges in the market.
- Understanding of fleet, facilities, or industrial services procurement is an asset.
- Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial environment with a high degree of autonomy
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact**myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
About GFL Environmental Inc.
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation.
Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers.
We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements.
At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.
GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols.
Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels.
Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales.
Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.
About the role
The Area Procurement Specialist is responsible for implementing national procurement strategies at the area level while identifying and executing additional procurement opportunities within Ontario. This role ensures consistent application of corporate procurement standards across local operations and branches, while also navigating the unique vendor landscapes of different provinces and sometimes remote communities. The ideal candidate will be adept at balancing enterprise-level objectives with local operational realities.
Working closely with district managers, regional operations teams, and corporate procurement leadership, the Area Procurement Manager will support cost savings initiatives, lead area/regional RFPs, manage vendor relationships, and help standardize procurement processes across the area.
Key Responsibilities
Area Procurement Implementation
- Translate national procurement initiatives into actionable plans for branches across Ontario.
- Ensure alignment with corporate strategies while tailoring implementation to local operational needs.
- Identify area or region-specific procurement opportunities not currently covered under national agreements.
- Analyze spend data to uncover cost-saving opportunities and inefficiencies within the area.
- Lead RFP processes for applicable goods and services.
- Provide training and support to branch and field-level staff on procurement standards and practices and RFP processes.
Vendor Relationship Management
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms while ensuring service quality.
- Monitor supplier performance and provide feedback to both regional teams and corporate stakeholders.
- Balance national/area vendor partnerships while meeting local branch service needs.
Cost Optimization & Risk Mitigation
- Track procurement performance and drive area-level initiatives that reduce costs and increase value.
- Mitigate risks by ensuring supplier reliability, compliance, and alignment with contractual terms.
- Evaluate lease vs. buy and service contract decisions in collaboration with operations and finance teams.
- Serve as the point of contact for resolving procurement-related issues at the area/regional level.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
-
Act as a bridge between corporate procurement, regional procurement and local branches.
-
Support internal stakeholders with sourcing, vendor onboarding, and procurement-related training.
-
Regularly communicate progress, issues, and successes to the Area Vice President and corporate procurement team.
Qualifications
-
Minimum 5–8 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related field, preferably in a multi-site or regional role.
-
Self-starter with high degree of initiative and grit.
-
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
-
Ability to analyze data and develop procurement strategies that deliver tangible cost savings.
-
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work across multiple stakeholder levels.
-
Familiarity with RFP processes and contract development.
-
Organized, adaptable, and capable of managing competing priorities across a wide geographic area.
-
Excellent at leading through influence and articulating the benefits of decisions to others
Preferred Experience
- Experience working with vendors in both urban and rural or remote regions.
- Knowledge of procurement challenges in the market.
- Understanding of fleet, facilities, or industrial services procurement is an asset.
- Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial environment with a high degree of autonomy
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact**myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
About GFL Environmental Inc.
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation.
Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers.
We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements.
At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.
GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols.
Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels.
Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales.
Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.