Officer, Procurement

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual Paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more. 
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.
• While positions at CMHC require some in-office presence, alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates. 

About the role

Join the Centralized Procurement team, in the Officer, Procurement position. In this role, you will help ensure the execution of sourcing, planning for business lines for sourcing files with moderate risk. This will include facilitating sourcing processes for goods and services, identifying and mitigating risk, drafting and negotiating contracts, providing advice and solutions, training and educating business units about procurement policies.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with business lines to proactively plan sourcing and provide industry-specific expertise on procurement and sourcing strategies.
• Coordinate limited tender process and negotiate contracts with the objective of obtaining the best value for CMHC.
• Manage upstream procurement content and strategic supplier relationships, including collaboration opportunities, and resolve issues and disputes.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of procurement knowledge of other team members.
• Interface with contract management stakeholders for processing and resourcing support.
• Provide coaching and support to the junior procurement team and assist the Senior Officer with large files when requires. 
• Provide expertise and support for the development, implementation and management of corporate contracting policies and procedures.

What you should have:

• A post-secondary education in business, business administration, finance, legal studies, or a related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years' of public procurement experience, working in a diverse environment with experience facilitating bid processes, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public procurement, privacy legislation, public sector procurement standards. 
• A customer service-oriented approach to procurement and contract management, with the ability to build effective working relationships, influence decisions, and provide sound sourcing recommendations based on business needs and procurement considerations.
• A strong track record of negotiating contracts and providing procurement expertise.
• Project management skills, with the ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines with limited direction.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex issues, apply sound judgment, and develop effective solutions in ambiguous situations.

It would be great if you also had: 

• A Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation, Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) designation, or another recognized procurement or supply chain certification.
• Experience supporting supplier diversity or vendor diversity initiatives.
• Experience with IT procurement, technology sourcing, software licensing, or technology-related contracts.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled. 

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

What happens after you apply 

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process.  If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!