Advisor, Procurement
Core
Advises on procurement processes, executes purchases for university projects, and manages contract awards to ensure value and minimize risk.
Role type
Procurement Advisor
Builds
Procurement processes and purchasing workflows for the University
Domain
Higher Education / Public Sector Procurement
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Procurement process management, negotiation, market research, contract award authorization, financial system operations, knowledge of Ontario internal trade standards and laws
Preferred skills
Budget creation for grant applications, stakeholder engagement, ERP system proficiency
Technologies
Microsoft 65, e-commerce procurement systems, financial systems
Responsibilities
Identify client needs and guide procurement specifications; execute purchasing processes and obtain supplier estimates; authorize and recommend contract and order awards; process purchase requisitions and follow up with suppliers and clients; participate in funding agency application processes and assess fair market value.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC