Job Description

46309 - Toronto - Regular -

Safety Comes First is a core value at Hydro One, and we remain committed to taking every reasonable precaution to ensure a respectful, safe and healthy working environment. Further to this commitment, we have adopted a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy to protect the health of our employees from the hazard of COVID-19. New employees will be required to declare their vaccination status to Hydro One. Employees who do not provide proof of vaccination status may not enter any 3rd party locations that require full vaccination (e.g. customer properties).

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we\xe2\x80\x99re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It\xe2\x80\x99s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

*NOTE* Hydro One introduced a Hybrid Work Pilot Project in 2022 for most office-based roles. Employees work in-office/on-site two days a week and remotely from home for three days a week. Hydro One is adding refreshed workspaces and technology to support these changes. Join us as we \xe2\x80\x98trial & learn\xe2\x80\x99 a new modern way of working and be a key driver of future state!

In office but with intention \xe2\x80\x93 a time for team and trust building, collaboration, and socialization. Please reach out to us to learn more!

General Accountabilities:

• Support the Director, Sourcing in managing the Commercial Management Office and the Supply Chain Quality Assurance Program to ensure adherence to Source to Pay (\xe2\x80\x9cS2P\xe2\x80\x9d) Policies and Procedures.
• Provide appropriate bid/proposal solicitation tools, pre-negotiated terms and conditions and supporting guidance to allow for an efficient and effective procurement process, adhering to principles of fairness and transparency, consistent with existing Policy and Procedure.
• Ensure quality, consistency and accuracy of procurement and contract documents through Quality Assurance Program.
• Provide commercial and contracting guidance & support to S2P staff and Operational units.
• Manage the development of terms & conditions and associated RFx templates and Supply Chain commercial documents.
• Address requirements for unique terms and conditions, and non-standard RFx requirements.
• Coordinate with Hydro One\xe2\x80\x99s Legal Counsel, Risk & Insurance, Treasury, Health, Safety & Environment and Corporate Affairs departments to address Supply Chain issues of a commercial nature.
• Provide recommendations regarding commercial areas such as rejecting or accepting late or disqualified bids, appropriate forms of financial protection, joint ventures arrangements or partnerships, name changes, mergers and acquisitions.
• Provide recommendations to the Director, Sourcing related to commercial exceptions to Supply Chain Policies & Procedures.
• Provide guidance of a commercial nature on contract disputes and/or contract amendments to S2P staff and operational units.
• Provide guidance to S2P staff and operational units regarding planning, execution and coordination of complex procurement assignments through all phases of the procurement process from pre-tender planning to contract management, including developing contract management processes, creation of procurement strategies, preparation of tender/proposal documents, evaluation of tender/proposal responses, negotiation of contracts, preparation of various purchasing documents and contract monitoring.
• Provide support and oversight to the electronic bidding system to ensure consistency between processes, system and external-facing documents.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries related to a fair competitive process, bid disputes, vendor debriefs, and other general inquiries.

Managerial Accountabilities:

• Manage the unit and achieve the targeted results through:
• Maintaining a team of subordinates who are capable of producing the outputs required:
• Ensure subordinates are able and willing to produce the desired output.
• Assess staff capability to do the required work, now and in the future.
• Conduct personal effectiveness reviews of subordinates to build relationships and trust, and to improve effectiveness.

Accountability for the outputs of others:

• Set the appropriate context for direct reports (i.e. corporate strategies and Policies, accountabilities, tasks, budget and programs, compliance and performance targets, expectations for continuous improvement, etc.)
• Set an effective framework of Policies and Procedures for the work of the unit.
• Know and ensure own and direct reports\xe2\x80\x99 compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, and all corporate Policies and Procedures, and generally accepted practices relating to the work of the unit
• Establish a two-way working relationship with direct reports to solicit their views on conditions and potential changes effecting their work, and continuous improvement opportunities.

Selection Criteria

Technical Knowledge:

• Requires comprehensive knowledge of Sourcing and Procurement Policies, Procedures and best practices.
• Requires commercial experience to understand the complex aspects of contracts, contract law, business administration and the problems arising out of contractual administration.
• Requires project management skills and a proven ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects and teams in matrix environments.
• Requires experience in leading negotiations and contracting for various types of commodities and services.
• Candidates must have the ability to present suggestions/point of view in an appropriate and convincing manner to all disciplines within the business and possess firm closing abilities.
• Requires familiarity with business processes required in the design, construction, management and operation of electricity transmission and distribution systems.
• Requires excellent speaking, writing, listening and presentation skills to communicate and present ideas and issues effectively to stakeholders, and to prepare and negotiate contracts.
• Ideal candidates for this position will be confident and comfortable meeting and presenting to high-level executives.

Demonstrated Management Skills:

• Achievement motivation \xe2\x80\x93 concern for working well or for competing against a standard of excellence.
• Analytical thinking \xe2\x80\x93 ability to understand a situation by segmenting and tracing implications step by step.
• Client \xe2\x80\x93Service Orientation \xe2\x80\x93 desire to help or serve others, to meet their needs.
• Developing Others \xe2\x80\x93 takes action to foster the long-term learning or development of others.
• Impact and Influence \xe2\x80\x93 able to persuade, convince, influence or impress others.
• Initiative \xe2\x80\x93 takes action, proactively doing things and not simply thinking about future actions.
• Listening, Understanding and Responding \xe2\x80\x93 ability to accurately listen, understand and respond appropriately when interacting with individuals and groups.
• Team leadership \xe2\x80\x93 ability to take a role as leader of a team or other group.
• Teamwork \xe2\x80\x93 able to work with others as part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Employers for 2022.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

Deadline: February 27, 2023

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