Sourcing Analyst, Ft

Reporting to the Regional Director Strategic Sourcing and Logistics (SS&L) the Sourcing Analyst will work collaboratively with the SS&L staff to meet Strategic Sourcing initiatives. The successful incumbent will have responsibility for supply chain analysis and support all competitive procurement processes. These activities will provide continuous improvement in the effectiveness and efficiency of the material resources. This job function is managed in accordance with the department policies and procedures as well as those policies and procedures that govern Niagara Health. The position will be responsible for: " Perform and interpret spend analysis, supply market analysis, percent of business and product usage reports Complete contract value analysis and reporting on cost savings, other savings and benefits. " Implement Shared Services Organization (SSO) contract conversions as well as contract extensions, additions, changes. " Identify opportunities towards the standardization of products/services and best value. " Locate alternate sources of supply for substitute products. " Research information on products or services to develop appropriate level of knowledge. " Assist in development and analysis of RFx stakeholders' requirements and specifications. " Assess organization and departmental inventory levels to ensure continuity of supplies. " Other duties as assigned. **QUALIFICATIONS**: " Graduate of a three (3) year Business Administration Diploma is preferred or an equivalent program. " Minimum of three years related purchasing or finance experience, preferably within a Health Care/Hospital environment. " Demonstrated experience with data management and analytical skills. " Proficient in financial analysis and interpretation of results. " Working Knowledge and understanding of Broader Public Sector procurement policies and regulations including CETA and CFTA requirements. " Demonstrated full proficiency with Microsoft Office Access, Excel, Power Point and Word is essential. " Working knowledge of hospital operations, hospital information systems, contracting, inventory management. " Enrollment and actively working towards the designation of Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) or Enrollment in Business Analytics Certificate is preferred. " Demonstrated excellence in attention to detail and high level of accuracy, time management and communication. " Highly motivated with the demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision; however, possess the aptitude to work collaboratively with peers. " Demonstrated ability to handle a large and diversified workload with often rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines. " Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgment and decision-making skills. " Demonstrated excellent customer service skills. " Consistent and regular attendance required. " Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a new hire requirement of the job unless you have an exemption based on medical or on a ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code. Recruitment Specialist: Marissa Panucci - We are especially interested in connecting if you..._ - Value diversity, equity and inclusion; _ - Are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Region of Niagara;_ - Identify as a member of one or more of the following groups: equity-seeking group, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas._ - Have background or expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service_