Job Description

SGP, a division of Extendicare Inc. (TSX: EXE), is a leading Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) dedicated to serving the senior care market. With over $1 billion in annual procurement across its partner network, SGP delivers innovative supply chain solutions, strategic sourcing expertise, and exceptional customer service to a growing network of partners across Canada. Today, SGP supports over 750 customers operating over 153,000 beds across Canada.

We are seeking a Director of Procurement, a dynamic, strategic leader who will oversee procurement operations and drive value across our national network.

This position is based at our Corporate Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.

Reporting to the Vice President, SGP, the Director of Procurement will lead the development and execution of SGP’s procurement strategy. Key responsibilities include managing the procurement team, overseeing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, leading strategic sourcing initiatives, and supporting integration for new communities and acquisitions, in addition to supporting Extendicare’s long-term care redevelopment program.

The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with deep experience in procurement, skilled at leveraging SGP’s scale to deliver cost savings, operational excellence, and enhanced service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and champion a strategic procurement framework aligned with SGP’s long-term goals and partner needs.
• Oversee the formulation and management of SGP’s approved vendor list across all categories. Negotiate and manage contracts to ensure alignment with business objectives and compliance standards.
• Lead sourcing initiatives that optimize total cost of ownership, mitigate supply risks, and enhance supplier performance.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Operations, IT, HR, Legal, Construction and Finance) to ensure procurement adds measurable value.
• Establish KPIs, monitor procurement performance, and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making.
• Drive automation and integration of procurement systems with financial platforms (e.g., Workday, Salesforce).
• Implement robust controls and audit processes to ensure procurement integrity and policy adherence.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive procurement experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role, ideally within healthcare or a similarly complex industry and/or experiencing working with a GPO.
• Proven experience managing procurement operations with large scale purchasing volume and working in a complex matrix operating environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field; advanced certifications (e.g., CPSM, MBA) preferred.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, and procurement analytics.
• Strong understanding of healthcare funding models, government regulations, and GPO dynamics.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in procurement and financial systems (e.g., Workday, Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite).
• Willing to travel within Canada, as necessary to support the regional teams

Why Join SGP

• Be part of a nationally recognized leader in senior care procurement.
• Influence strategic decisions and shape the future of healthcare supply chains.
• Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on innovation and impact.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

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Time Type:

Full time

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.