Supply Chain Analyst

**Company Biography**

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.

People have always been OSMH’s greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value _Trust, Courage and Teamwork_. We are an organization where individuals’ contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.

**Position Summary**

The Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the operation by providing financial, statistical and supply chain sourcing information to support decision making and reporting. The Supply Chain Analyst works collaboratively with key stakeholders across the organization to collect, evaluate and analyze sourcing information to make the best decision for the organization, and to provide guidance and support in the completion of procurement documentation including agreements, contract renewal strategy, requests for proposals and other sourcing documents.

**Qualifications**

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Evaluate risk, prepare forecasts and assess scenarios concerning the supply market
- Prepare analytical reports, briefing notes, correspondence and recommendations in compliance with BPS Guidelines and hospital procurement policy.
- Collect and evaluate information about potential suppliers and provide supply market and sourcing advice and recommendations to the organization.
- Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with existing and potential suppliers to the organization, as well as colleagues and management.
- Comply with and maintain knowledge of applicable rules, legislation, regulations, standards and practices in supply chain management and be able to act as a resource to the organization in this area.
- Advising and leading internal stakeholders through various procurement processes including contract review and administration.
- Contribute to the development of improved strategic sourcing strategies by leveraging the organization’s buying power to optimize costs, access new suppliers, reduce lead times and guarantee supply.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned by the direct manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:
**Education**:

- Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in a related business field such as economics, logistics, supply chain management, operations management, finance or statistical analysis preferred
- Enrollment in or completion of a professional designation related to supply chain is an asset.

**Experience**:

- Previous work experience in supply chain management is required.
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in supply chain required.
- Experience in a Healthcare setting preferred.

Competencies:

- Demonstrated ability to work independently to achieve focused outcomes and objectives. Must be self-directed and able to plan and prioritize workload to complete daily tasks and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrate ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task with efficiency.
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve independently, through analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution to solve the problem.
- Ability to make complex decisions in line with the strategic goals of the organization.
- Excellent working knowledge of the Broader Public Sector Procurement Directive and the competitive procurement process.
- Ability to generate complex reports, correspondence, contracts and financial / statistical reports.
- Experience analyzing business performance and developing business cases.

Other:

- Demonstrates commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self Directed Learning Opportunities

**Our Employees Enjoy**
- a professional practice environment
- a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
- wellness initiatives
- continuing education grants
- employee recognition and assistance programs
- a competitive salary and benefits package
- equal opportunities for growth and development

**Employment Equity**

**Accomodation in the Workplace**
- Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially._

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