Supervisor of Procurement

Supervisor of Procurement Join to apply for the Supervisor of Procurement role at City of Cambridge Ontario . Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected , and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity. Job Profile Under the direction of the Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer, the Supervisor of Procurement Services serves as the legal purchasing agent for the City as appointed by Council and is responsible for supervising the City’s supply chain and contract services program. The role ensures compliance with the City’s Procurement By‑law, Trade Agreements, all applicable case law, supporting policies, business processes and procedures, and provides expert guidance to departments. The Supervisor works collaboratively with management across the organization to support strategic procurement planning, timely contract renewals, and cooperative purchasing initiatives, ensuring transparency, fairness, and fiscal responsibility in all purchasing activities while leading and mentoring procurement staff. What You Will Be Doing Ensure compliance with the Procurement By‑law, regulations, case law, and agreements/contracts. Develop and supervise purchasing systems, procedures, and protocols, providing expert advice on all procurement matters. Design functional procurement systems, business processes, and documentation, and create training for end‑users on the procurement system. Consult and assist in defining specifications and/or services to be purchased and provide guidance to employees on procurement of goods and services. Provide direction, supervisory leadership, and professional guidance to staff in the Purchasing section and throughout the Corporation on all purchases (capital and operating) over $5,000. Develop and maintain specifications, instructions, and conditions for tender calls. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop procurement strategies, ensuring timely contract renewals and successful execution of the capital plan. Prepare necessary scheduling, tenders, quotations, proposals, reports, letters and agreements in accordance with the Procurement By‑law. Coordinate and monitor contracts, progress releases, and liaise with staff and legal counsel on construction liens and disputes. Keep Procurement By‑law/legal contracts updated with changing case law, trade agreements, and Municipal Act regulations. Coordinate and dispose of all surplus goods as per policy. Act as the City’s representative on the Waterloo Regional Co‑operative Purchasing Committee and other government co‑operatives. Manage the Corporate Purchasing Card program, ensuring compliance with spending levels and policy. Assist with preparation of the annual budget for the Procurement Department. Provide leadership and direction to the Procurement Services team. Education Degree in Business Administration and/or related fields. Designation (or working towards) from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada – SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) and/or the National Institute of Government Purchasing – CPPO (Certified Public Purchasing Officer) required. Experience and Knowledge 4 to 5 years of supervisory experience. Experience in public purchasing and inventory control. Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with ERP purchasing systems (SAP). Required Items if Hired Proof of current and valid certificates and/or educational qualifications. Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness Training Certificate from the Ministry of Labour (may be obtained post‑offer). Valid G driver’s licence. Compensation The annual salary range for this non‑union position is $107,360 to $130,932 (Band Level 6). We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) employer. Hours of Work Monday to Friday – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (35 hours per week). Occasional evening hours required to attend Council, public meetings, etc. Application Interested candidates should apply at . This posting will close on January 4, 2026. Accommodation Needs and Protection of Privacy The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity; inclusion enhances our public value commitment. We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including especially people from equity‑deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity. We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact to make your needs known in advance. For more information on our Employment Equity, please read our full policy. Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Cambridge only. #J-18808-Ljbffr