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Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is - there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at EllisDon could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.\nAbove all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at EllisDon, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. EllisDon’s commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon’s purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve to their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.\nIn case you’re curious, here’s what the industry thinks of us and some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work in and our latest Impact Report, highlighting how we're putting our values into practice in areas such as the climate & environment, inclusive diversity, indigenous relations, and health and safety.\nYou as a Procurement Specialist will:\nManage the end-to-end services procurement and contract lifecycle, from sourcing through award, execution, renewal, amendment, and close-out, ensuring services meet facility standards and operational requirements.\nSource and procure facility services, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, grounds maintenance, snow removal, pest control, fire and life safety, ensuring compliance with regulations (e.g., CSA, IPAC).\nNegotiate pricing, escalation, service levels, and contract terms with service providers, including reviewing vendor redlines against standard terms and flagging risks related to indemnity, liability, insurance, termination, and renewal.\nLead competitive RFQ/RFP processes, including bid evaluation, scoring, and award recommendations.\nCollaborate with Operations, Health & Safety, and site leadership to ensure contracted services support operational and clinical needs.\nBuild and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with service providers, serving as the primary Procurement point of contact and conducting regular check-ins to address concerns, align expectations, and drive continuous improvement.\nMonitor service provider performance against contract requirements and service levels; address non-conformance, conduct site visits, and resolve quality or service delivery concerns.\nAnalyze service proposals and renewal pricing, including year-over-year comparisons and escalation impacts, to support informed decision-making.\nDraft and manage contract amendments, change orders, and renewals, ensuring pricing and contract changes are properly documented and approved.\nPrepare procurement reports, briefing notes, and contract summaries for leadership and key stakeholders.\nParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and cost-effectiveness.\nTrack contract expiry and renewal dates, follow up on outstanding quotes, agreements, and purchase orders, and communicate service continuity risks to relevant stakeholders.\nSupport the mobilization of new contracts and site transitions by coordinating service sourcing and vendor readiness.\nAdhere to safety protocols and corporate compliance guidelines.\nIs this the right role for you?\nBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.\n5+ years of experience in procurement, contract management, or strategic sourcing, with a focus on services procurement.\nExperience in a healthcare, institutional, or facility management setting preferred.\nStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with Power BI or Power Automate is an asset.\nHighly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.\nOccasional travel may be required for vendor audits, site visits, or industry events.\nExperience with D365 systems and CMMS platforms.\nFamiliarity with healthcare procurement standards, infection control requirements, and Canadian healthcare regulations and standards (e.g., CSA Z317 series) is an asset.\nExperience reviewing and negotiating service agreements, master service agreements (MSAs), and contract amendments.\nDemonstrated ability to negotiate pricing and terms with service providers.\nExperience leading RFQ/RFP processes and evaluating service proposals.\nProactive problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.\nCertification in supply chain or procurement (e.g., CPSM, CPP, SCMP) is a plus.\nThe salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000\nEllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.\nGo ahead and be yourself. 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