Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

About OICR

OICR is Ontario’s cancer research institute. We bring together people from across the province and around the world to improve the lives of everyone affected by cancer. We take on the biggest challenges in cancer research and deliver real-world solutions to find cancer earlier and treat it more effectively. We are committed to helping people living with cancer, as well as future generations, live longer and healthier lives.

Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independent institute funded by the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security.

Job Details
Position:
Buyer

Location:

MaRS Centre, Toronto

Department:
Procurement

Reports To:

Manager, Procurement

Hiring Range: $56,560 to $63,327 per annum, commensurate with level of experience; total compensation includes a competitive benefits plan (Sun Life), plus a defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP)

Hours:

35 hours/week

Job Type: Hybrid

Status:
Full-time, Temporary (18-month contract)

Position Summary
The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is looking to fill an existing position for a Buyer to join the Procurement team.

The Buyer will assist the Procurement department in executing supply chain processes using leading practices. The goal is to strive for continuous improvement in the areas of goods and services quality, cost and cycle time reduction.

This position is temporary, full-time for eighteen months.

Position Responsibilities

Obtain quotes for price, quality, freight and customs and delivery variables for purchase order and supply

Performs certain administrative support tasks for the Procurement Department, ranging from arranging appointments and managing schedules, answering calls and inquiries, reaching out to vendors and suppliers, manage databases, producing reports, and coordinating with various departments to ensure the smooth flow of products within the company

Assist Procurement Manager/contract specialist by reviewing the purchase requisitions, processing the purchase orders and in utilizing the established competitive processes for Request for Proposals and Request for Quotations to ensure OICR obtains best value for all goods and services Request for Quotations to ensure OICR obtains best value for all goods and services

Manage OICR mobile accounts, including adding travel packs and new hardware

Assist in the administration of the cell phone invoices and purchases of new cell phones

Work with all members of the Procurement Department to ensure all priorities and objectives are met

Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders at OICR

Manage relationships with external clients in order to achieve high levels of internal customer

Handle order processes through JDE system to ensure internal controls are met

Provide backup support to Senior Materials Coordinator as needed

Maintain records of all procurement transactions for all goods and services

Reconcile p-card transactions for Procurement department

Configuration and setting of the requisition approval routes

Administration of access to the websites of the core vendors (list of all passwords, IDs)

Maintain Contract Management Database

Assist with preparing various reports for procurement activities e.g. number of vendors setup, number of purchase orders issued

Assist with training users on the procurement workflow as needed

Position Requirements

Completion of a 2-year community college program in Supply Chain, Business or a related field, or recognized equivalent

Completed or working towards CSCMP designation

Advanced expertise with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Strong interpersonal skills at all levels within the organization and externally with suppliers

Excellent…