Contract Specialist
City : Toronto
Category : Operating Procurement
Industry : Public Transportation
Employer : Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 5345
Number of Vacancies: View on TTC website
Department: Procurement and Category Management (20000714) - Operating Procurement (30000512)
Salary Information: View on TTC website
Pay Scale Group: 8SA
Employment Type: Temporary 2 years
Weekly Hours: View on TTC website, Off Days: View on TTC website Shift: View on TTC website
Posted On: March 8, 2022
Last Day to Apply: March 22, 2022
Reports to: View on TTC website
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."
General Accountability
Coordinates and administers the daily activities associated with system wide contracts for the supply of goods and services; performs pre-award activities, such as determining product specifications and/or the scope of work and coordinates the procurement process with relevant staff; performs post award activities, such as coordinating the day-to-day activities of each system contract and monitors vendor performance.
Key Job Functions
Coordinate and administer the daily activities relating to section specific contracts for the supply of goods and services for the section's requirements, including pre-award and post-award activities.
Monitor systems, contract changes, revisions, expenditures and vendor performance to ensure on-time delivery/material returns; inspect the quality of goods and services received; monitor vendor compliance with terms and requirements of specifications.
Participate in preparing departmental reports and status updates on diverse matters relating to the section's activities: procurement, contract awards, claims, inventory control, inspection visits, systems management, expenditures, or vendor compliance.
Negotiate pricing with vendors to reduce the cost of goods purchased; check contract commitments and expenditures and analyze price adjustments for contracted goods and services.
Locate and develop alternate sources of supply for goods/services to increase the competition and reduce the cost of goods/services purchased.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders (staff, users, buyers, management, vendors, suppliers, contractors, receiving, shipping) on matters relating to inventory flow, delivery of goods/services, requirements, schedules, issues and solutions.
- Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC's commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC's policies.
Skills
Education and Experience
Completion of a post secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
Additional Requirements
This position is designated Safety-Sensitive, Specified Management, or Designated Executive under the TTC’s Fitness for Duty Policy. If you do not currently hold a designated position, you will be required to pass an alcohol and drug test as part of the certification process
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQ(IA+) community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Human Resources – Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
Note: All TTC Employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a precondition of employment in accordance with TTC's Mandatory Vaccination Policy
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
SUBSCRIBE
Subscribe to our newsletter & stay updated