Buyer, Procurement - Contract
About The Position
For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services. We are committed innovators, operating Canada's first commercial genetics lab, and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. More than 112 million laboratory tests come through LifeLabs’ laboratories annually, and our team of more than 6,000 passionate, caring, and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust. We know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs, you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives every day. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves. These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture. Please note this is a 12-month contract with the possibility of extension based on business needs
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of procurement experience
- University degree in Business or equivalent
- Experience managing supplier and stakeholder relationships
- Ability to understand supply chain management processes, including; materials management, procurement, and strategic sourcing
- Must have excellent communication skills (both verbally and written)
- Exposure to sourcing, negotiation and contract development skills
- Basic understanding of contract law
- Understand and utilize best practice SCM processes.
- Customer focused with exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and shift priorities.
Nice To Haves
- CCP (Certified Professional Purchaser) or an asset.
- PMAC (Purchasing Management Association of Canada) registration and/or accreditation would be an asset
- Lean and/or Six Sigma is also an asset
- Project management experience is an asset
- Demonstrated proficiency with Oracle ERP, Discoverer, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint are definite assets
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the effectiveness and productivity of procurement operations from requisition to payment for category management of approximately $25 Million in annual spend
- Responsible for the effectiveness and productivity of procurement operations from requisition to payment. Manage the automated flow of PO creation (90% of POs) and assist with manual POs for operations (10%)
- Responsible for daily support/inquiries from LifeLabs Operations and Client Service internal stakeholder and purchasing team members
- Responsible for supporting Purchasing manager with more additional inquiries and escalated task assignments on behalf of the department
Benefits
- Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Vacation and Wellness Days
- Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
