{"id":1138214,"url":"https://alion.io/job/ajax-procurement-specialist","title":"Procurement Specialist","company":{"id":1052103,"name":"Ajax","domain":"ajax.ca","url":"https://alion.io/company/ajax-ca","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"Operations","role_family":"Operations","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Ajax, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":65000,"max_usd":144000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":132},"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Outlook","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-10T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-10","last_verified_at":"2026-09-25T21:59:44Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":16,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":16},"description":"Department\nFinanceJob Type\nRegularNumber of Positions\n1Affiliation\nNon-Union\nCompensation Range\n$45.34 - $48.04Job Summary\nReporting to the Manager of Procurement, the Procurement Specialist is responsible for providing professional expertise and advice on all procurement activities, including the review of client specifications and requirements in order to prepare, process and issue non-proprietary Bid Documents with a focus on procuring through best practices with the absolute highest value and quality Good/Services, in an e-procurement environment.Job Duties Include\nThe following responsibilities and duties of this position include but are not limited to:\nLead end-to-end competitive procurement: prepare, issue, open, analyze, and recommend awards for bid documents.\n\nAdvise departments on optimal procurement and bid strategies; conduct needs assessments and develop complete bid packages (specifications, terms, instructions, special provisions).\n\nManage eBidding processes, including issuing documents, responding to bidder inquiries, and releasing addenda.\n\nEvaluate bid submissions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with all requirements.\n\nProvide guidance and ensure compliance on Procurement Bylaw, policies, procedures, contract management, vendor management, and related issues.\n\nProvide advice to internal clients, recommending appropriate procurement methods based on value, urgency, and commodity type.\n\nRecommend improvements to enhance efficiency and modernize processes.\n\nSet up vendors, items, and contracts in JD Edwards (VOR/VIP) and maintain contract pricing for new and renewed agreements.\n\nMaintain vendor records; support clients with purchase order and system troubleshooting.\n\nQualifications/Skills\nMinimum 3-year post-secondary diploma or degree in Business Administration, or an acceptable equivalent discipline.\n\nHolds professionally recognized Procurement designation Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB); Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP); or Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (NISCL or CSCMP), in good standing with the applicable governing body.\n\nMinimum 5 years of relevant procurement experience, ideally in a municipal or public sector environment or other procurement experience with public sector training. Experience managing small to large procurement projects. Experience tendering construction projects is considered an asset.\n\nExperience in Bid Document administration, vendor performance administration, conflict resolution, good understanding and thorough knowledge of legislation that pertains to the Procurement function to ensure compliance.\n\nStrong knowledge and experience with contract law, sureties and contractual language related to creating and managing bid documentation (RFT, RFQ, RFP, RFI).\n\nExcellent analytical skills to identify procurement efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities. Lean training would be an asset.\n\nExcellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) with the staff at all levels and the public.\n\nStrong interpersonal skills, demonstrating professionalism, collaboration, tact, and diplomacy when supporting staff or vendors.\n\nAdvanced or Intermediate proficiency in technology including Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).\n\nWhat is Offered to Staff\nCompensation: We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.\n\nHours of Work: This is a unionized full-time position that works 35 hours per week. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.\n\nBenefits: The Town offers full-time staff a comprehensive benefit package with paid sick and vacation leave; Parental Leave Top-up; Employee & Family Service Program; Health & Wellness Program; Town of Ajax Fitness Centre membership; plus a defined benefits pension (OMERS pension - https://www.omers.com/).\n\nHybrid Work Environment: A flexible work arrangement, including the option to partially work from home is currently a possibility with this position, and can be discussed during the interview process.\n\nHow to Apply\nIf this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please click the “Apply” button above and apply by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date:\nSeptember 30, 2026Vacancy Statement\nAll job postings issued by the Town of Ajax are intended to fill existing vacant positions unless otherwise stated.\nAre you a current Town of Ajax employee?\nIf you are a current Town of Ajax, please apply internally through the Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThe Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview, you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process.\nIf you would like to request content in an alternate format, please contact Human Resources by emailing .\nPersonal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.\nArtificial Intelligence (AI)\nWe utilize AI solely for the purpose of anonymizing the application process to help ensure fairness and equity. 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