Director, Strategic Sourcing

Job Posting #: 925496

Site: 700 University Ave. - Ontario Power Generation Building

Department: Procurement

Reports to: Senior Director, Procurement & Supply Chain

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: $109,091- $136,364 annually (to commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)

Status: Permanent, Full-Time

Posted Date: October 12th, 2023

Closing Date: Until Filled

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground-breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Position Summary

As a key member of the UHN Procurement Leadership Team, the Director of Strategic Sourcing is responsible in leading the strategic planning, operational guidance and support to the successful performance of the strategic sourcing department. As a key advisor to executive leadership, on all sourcing related matters this role will also be responsible for:

• Ensuring effective and efficient management of UHN sourcing activities including compliance with Broader Public Sector Procurement Directive, trade agreements and public procurement laws.
• Leading the strategic planning/sourcing process including developing, implementing and managing leading edge supply chain management services and initiatives that will drive sustainable value and achieve efficiencies for the hospital and its affiliated organizations.
• Participating and supervising others in projects relating to both the sourcing department and the University Health Network.

  Duties:

  • Support sourcing activities for all UHN products and services
  • Lead a Strategic Sourcing team consisting of 2 senior managers and 20+ staff
  • Develops, implements, manages and reviews short and long-term plans which are in alignment with UHN’s strategic goals and priorities
  • Develop and implement measures to monitor compliance, including escalation process
  • Monitors progress towards the achievement of goals at regular intervals and takes action, as required.
  • Represents the strategic sourcing department internally on UHN committees, as required, and UHN in the external community at conferences, workshops, etc.
  • Human resource management: recruitment, coaching and management of employee relation issues
  • Financial management: financial stewardship and accountability of the departments annual operating budget

    Qualifications:

    • Undergraduate Degree in a relevant field e.g. business, supply chain, commerce or economics or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • A minimum of (10) years of proven experience managing complex strategic sourcing projects, preferably in a healthcare environment
    • Demonstrated people management and leadership experience
    • Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) Designation or PMP Certification, Public Procurement Designation is an asset
    • Sound working knowledge of the Ontario Broader Public Sector Procurement Directives, trade agreements, and public procurement laws
    • Demonstrated proficient communication skills, both written and oral
    • Demonstrated organization/time management skills
    • Knowledge of procurement and supply chain tools SAP, Ariba, Bonfire, Biddingo is an asset
    • Proficiency of business computer application including MS Office 365 and SharePoint
    • Developing/conducting presentations – advanced knowledge
    • Project Management and/or conflict resolution training
    • Ability to interact with all levels of internal staff, hospital staff, clinicians, external stakeholders, suppliers
    • Team player, sense of urgency, strong communicator, resourceful, time management, integrity
    • Ability to prioritize workload, manage unexpected occurrences and at the same time manage deadlines

      Why join UHN?

      In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

      • Competitive offer packages
      • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
      • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
      • A flexible work environment
      • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
      • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

        Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

        Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

        UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

        University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    • About the company

      The University Health Network (UHN), consisting of Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital and Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, is a recognized leader in patient care, research and education.

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