Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $47.14/hr, Max = $54.66/hr
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: 35 hrs/week
Work location: Head Office
Division: Legislative & Property Services
Business unit: Procurement
Travel: 0%
Hybrid Work: Yes
Existing Vacancy: Yes
About TRCA:
With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.
TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development. Also, TRCA was recently recognized as a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2025 and a Canada’s Greenest Employer for 2025.
To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one file (PDF or Word) and upload using only the ‘Resume’ feature within the application prior to 11:59 pm on November 28, 2025.
How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
The Specialist, Procurement leads the end-to-end procurement processes and activities for high value and complex projects and activities that require a high degree of procurement expertise. The Specialist will provide guidance and advisory services in aligning procurement strategy and practices with operational priorities to drive effectiveness and results.
Major Responsibilities:
Leads complex and high value end to end procurement activities in alignment with policies, procedures and related governance
Provides subject matter expert guidance and advice on procurement legislation, policies, and best practices to internal stakeholders
Prepares and develops complex procurement documents such as Request for Proposals, Request for Quotations, Request for Information, involving establishing evaluation criteria, specifications and terms and conditions
Reviews and evaluates procurement submissions for compliance and facilitates consensus among evaluation teams on award recommendations
Collaborates with stakeholders and supports Legal and Risk Management with the development of contracts and related documents necessary for procurement
Leads the planning and delivery of debriefing sessions with client groups
Oversees procurement system administration, quality assurance, and data analysis to ensure accuracy and support decision-making
Conducts compliance audits on a regular basis developing mitigation strategies to address gaps
Drives continuous improvement and innovation through enhanced procurement programs, sustainable sourcing, and use of new technologies
Contributes to organizational capability building by developing procurement templates, procedures, and leading organization-wide training
What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)
Post-secondary diploma or degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Procurement or a related field
One (1) of the following designations:
Certified Supply Chain Leader (CSCL) with the National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (NISCL)
Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) with Supply Chain Canada
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) with the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) with the Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA)- Official Chapter of the Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP)
Experience
4+ years of procurement experience purchasing experience, including formal tendering and contracting experience
Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies
Experience in reviewing, planning and preparing bid, RFQ or RFP documents
Experience providing strategic advice on procurement, contracting and contract management
Ability to communicate technical information to a non-technical audience effectively with tact and courtesy
Able to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks as an ongoing challenge in a frequently fluctuating workload and multiple deadlines
Able to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines; skilled in writing clear correspondence (concise, logical, grammatically correct)
Demonstrates responsive to internal and external customer requests and needs
Understanding of ERP and procurement administration and data accuracy
Results oriented with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and timelines
Computer proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint; advanced MS Excel capabilities for analysis, data visualization, including ERP systems and electronic bidding system experience
What TRCA has to offer you:
As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare).
You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:
Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
Provides unique TRCA Perks.
Provides flexible work arrangements.
Offers potential for career growth and advancement.
While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.
TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.
Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4, (437) 880 2308.
