Procurement Advisor

The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the Commander of Business Management Bureau are seeking a qualified member to work within the Procurement Services Section to coordinate the procurement of goods and services for internal clients, and provide advice and guidance to management and staff, including business case and Requests for Bids, Proposals, Qualifications, Information (RFx) development, vendor selection, and establishment of contracts.
About Us:
Business Management Bureau (BMB) holds itself accountable to providing high quality service to our clients and stakeholders while managing critical business functions for the organization. BMB impacts every aspect of the OPP's operations. BMB considers the factors of timeliness, competence, extra mile, fairness, and outcome, when measuring the quality of our service delivery.
The Procurement Services Section provides centralized procurement services to procure goods and services for the OPP in accordance with applicable procurement principles, directives and best practices.
We are committed to demonstrating inclusive behaviors and a difference-making mindset adhering to the OPP values, which promote always doing the right things for the right reasons, by:

• Serving with Pride, Professionalism and Honour.
• Interacting with Respect, Compassion and Fairness.
• Leading with Integrity, Honesty and Courage.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

To coordinate the procurement of goods and services for internal clients, and provide advice and guidance to management and staff, including business case and Request for Bids, Proposals, Qualifications, Information (RFx) development, vendor selection, and establishment of contracts.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of supply and contract management principles and practices; procurement principles; and relevant vendor of record agreements, to provide advice and guidance to client management and staff on the procurement process, including selection of vendors/contractors, and developing RFx's and contracts.
Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to research and analyze procurement trends, and identify options; and to assess market, products and services.
Knowledge of practices related to contract agreements such as contract law, competitive bidding case law and risk management to advise clients on risks of business decisions related to procurement, and on the implications of the terms and conditions of contracts.
Oral communication and interpersonal skills to provide advice and information to client managers and staff and respond to their questions and concerns; to update management on the status of procurement projects; and to participate on committees and project teams; liaise with Legal Services for the review of procurement documents; and negotiate with vendors and service providers.
Written communication skills to prepare and/or edit RFxs and procurement-related documents, training presentations, reports, correspondence, and issue/decision notes.
Analytical and problem solving skills to conduct research, identify and analyze risks, ensure accuracy, make recommendations, and ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures and processes.
Ability to assess client needs, and determine appropriate composition of business cases and RFxs; review draft documents to ensure compliance with procurement policies, directives, guidelines and standards.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and to use diplomacy, tact when resolving conflicts.

Additional Information:

Note: There are 3 permanent and 1 temporary position to be filled through this competition. This competition may be relied upon for similar future temporary or permanent vacancies at the same classification within the Bureau, in accordance with OPPA Collective Agreement Article 38.02 and Ontario Public Service Employment Policy Section 8.40.
Ensure that you read the job description to make sure you understand this job. Even if you don't meet every requirement in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.
Resume / cover letter must be received no later than 11:59 pm on 30 -Jan-2024. Submit quoting WIN ID # (if applicable) and file # 23-409 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: karine.st-amand@opp.ca - 777 Memorial Ave, Orillia, ON L3V 7V3.
Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
Email: karine.st-amand@opp.ca
The Ontario Provincial Police is dedicated to ensuring open, accessible, equitable and respectful workplaces, and is committed to reflecting the diverse communities it serves. We encourage applications from members of our diverse communities, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, women, persons from racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, those who are able to speak fluently in another language(s), and anyone committed to a rewarding career in public service. The Ontario Provincial Police is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations will be provided in all stages of our hiring processes, as necessary. If you require accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact the hiring manager.