Manager, Procurement

Position Summary The Manager, Procurement provides strategic and operational leadership for procurement initiatives that support Michener’s academic, operational and capital equipment needs. The role leads sourcing and procurement projects across the full lifecycle, builds productive relationships with internal clients and suppliers, and advances value, efficiency, governance and risk management in alignment with Michener and UHN priorities. Reporting to the UHN Director of Procurement, this role works collaboratively across Michener and UHN. The Manager of Procurement for Michener translates business requirements into practical procurement strategies, coordinates the acquisition and implementation of equipment and services, and provides clear reporting and recommendations to leadership. Ideal candidates are able to demonstrate an ethical, professional, and accountable manner as a liaison between Educators, Employees, and Suppliers and are responsible to uphold and support Public Procurement laws, procurement directives and trade agreements. Including ensuring compliance with legislative and quality standards by managing strategic sourcing, contracting and procurement activities in line with Michener Corporate Policies, the Ontario Broader Public Sector Procurement Directives (BPSPD), the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), public tendering legislation and other policies and procedures. Responsibilities Conduct Sourcing Initiatives • Lead and administer procurement processes including RFX’s and non-competitive processes from start through completion for goods, services and capital equipment based on stakeholder requirements and specifications. • Lead and manage complex procurements such as trial/evaluation agreements, capital equipment procurements involving renovations and services, and enterprise-level initiatives with multiple stakeholders and user groups. Activities may include development of project charters, work plans, milestones and implementation activities. • Gather and define procurement requirements, including but not limited to equipment, for educational programs from Academic Chairs. • Coordinate the procurement lifecycle for capital equipment, technology, goods and services, from needs assessment and market engagement through evaluation, award, contracting, implementation and performance monitoring. • Oversees the analysis of Bids or Proposals and facilitates the evaluation process for stakeholders while providing expertise in all steps of the procurement process. This may include coordination and facilitation of trials, evaluations, demonstrations, site visits etc., as is required. • Negotiate, execute and manage contracts in conjunction with business/operational stakeholders, escalating to legal support when needed. • Manages contract expirations in a timely manner • Enters data into the procurement systems and maintains accurate records, as required. Management of Procurements • Act as main point of contact for Procurement at Michener • Identify opportunities to leverage UHN-wide sourcing, aggregated demand and supplier relationships to improve value, reduce cost and support operational requirements. • Identifies opportunities for further alignment of regional efforts, including collaboration with Shared Services Organizations, Group Purchasing Organizations and Supply Ontario. • Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers; clarify expectations, manage scope and resolve issues on a timely manner. • Engage leaders and subject-matter experts to prioritize procurement demand, maintain project momentum and support timely decision-making. • Develop procurement governance documentation,