Job Description

We are looking for Sourcing Specialist who is passionate about Procurement and with extensive experience in sourcing a wide range of goods and services with a strong focus on hardware, software and IT professional services. The opportunity spans across the organization and will require interaction with employees at all levels. The successful candidate will have strong project management skills, analytical skills, superb communication skills and a strong foundation of Procurement best practices.

As a member of this team, you will be responsible for:

• Assessing, defining and resolving complex procurement issues, including contract terms & conditions and escalations by internal stakeholders and suppliers. Formulate solutions and consult or advise the Director when necessary.
• Executing the OMERS Procurement process, from developing the sourcing strategy, facilitating the competitive process, negotiating and selecting the successful supplier
• Proactively resolving issues that arise between contractors and project teams in a professional manner
• Market intelligence and internal spend analytics to determine Procurement strategy
• Assist in developing RFx requirements
• Target and record cost savings
• Solid understanding of vendor relationship management best practices, vendor obligations, and service level agreements defined in all contracts.

To succeed in this role, you have:

• Minimum of 3 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in Procurement or relevant working experience
• Strong relationship building skills and the ability to influence our business partners
• Strength in Professional Services and IT procurement
• Ability to communicate with different levels of Management with interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Are a strong team player

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Our story:

Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $124 billion in net assets as at December 31, 2022. OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with more than 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members. OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children\xe2\x80\x99s aid societies across Ontario. Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers. OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe \xe2\x80\x93 serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate.

OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.

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