Manager, Procurement

Position: Manager, Procurement
Department: Procurement and Supply Chain
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Site: The Michener Institute
Salary: $103,339.60 to $129,165.40 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Vacancies: 1 (Replacement)

The Michener Institute of Education at UHN is Canada’s only post-secondary institution devoted exclusively to healthcare professions, offering full-time, part-time and continuing education programs. For more than 65 years, Michener has prepared generations of professionals for applied health careers and responded to emerging health system priorities. We’re uniquely situated within University Health Network (UHN) in downtown Toronto, one of the largest and most highly ranked hospital systems in Canada and internationally. Our curriculum is informed by cutting-edge research and clinical innovations, giving Michener graduates an advantage as they begin their careers. At Michener, we make healthcare happen.

Position Summary
The Manager, Procurement provides strategic and operational leadership for procurement initiatives that support Michener’s academic, operational and capital equipment needs. The role leads sourcing and procurement projects across the full lifecycle, builds productive relationships with internal clients and suppliers, and advances value, efficiency, governance and risk management in alignment with Michener and UHN priorities.

Reporting to the UHN Director of Procurement, this role works collaboratively across Michener and UHN. The Manager of Procurement for Michener translates business requirements into practical procurement strategies, coordinates the acquisition and implementation of equipment and services, and provides clear reporting and recommendations to leadership.

Ideal candidates are able to demonstrate an ethical, professional, and accountable manner as a liaison between Educators, Employees, and Suppliers and are responsible to uphold and support Public Procurement laws, procurement directives and trade agreements. Including ensuring compliance with legislative and quality standards by managing strategic sourcing, contracting and procurement activities in line with Michener Corporate Policies, the Ontario Broader Public Sector Procurement Directives (BPSPD), the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), public tendering legislation and other policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Conduct Sourcing Initiatives

• Lead and administer procurement processes including RFX’s and non-competitive processes from start through completion for goods, services and capital equipment based on stakeholder requirements and specifications.
• Lead and manage complex procurements such as trial/evaluation agreements, capital equipment procurements involving renovations and services, and enterprise-level initiatives with multiple stakeholders and user groups. Activities may include development of project charters, work plans, milestones and implementation activities.
• Gather and define procurement requirements, including but not limited to equipment, for educational programs from Academic Chairs.
• Coordinate the procurement lifecycle for capital equipment, technology, goods and services, from needs assessment and market engagement through evaluation, award, contracting, implementation and performance monitoring.
• Oversees the analysis of Bids or Proposals and facilitates the evaluation process for stakeholders while providing expertise in all steps of the procurement process. This may include coordination and facilitation of trials, evaluations, demonstrations, site visits etc., as is required.
• Negotiate, execute and manage contracts in conjunction with business/operational stakeholders, escalating to legal support when needed.
• Manages contract expirations in a timely manner
• Enters data into the procurement systems and maintains accurate records, as required.

Management of Procurements

• Act as main point of contact for Procurement at Michener
• Identify opportunities to leverage UHN-wide sourcing, aggregated demand and supplier relationships to improve value, reduce cost and support operational requirements.
• Identifies opportunities for further alignment of regional efforts, including collaboration with Shared Services Organizations, Group Purchasing Organizations and Supply Ontario.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers; clarify expectations, manage scope and resolve issues on a timely manner.
• Engage leaders and subject-matter experts to prioritize procurement demand, maintain project momentum and support timely decision-making.
• Develop procurement governance documentation, including project status reports, value and savings tracking, risk and issue logs, decision records and committee materials.
• Provide strategic and operational advice on complex procurement matters and recommend practical, integrated solutions that support compliance, efficiency, value and continuity.
• Support the implementation of supplier agreements, including stakeholder communication, engagement, change management and transition planning.
• Develop measurable performance indicators and monitor supplier, project and procurement outcomes to support accountability and continuous improvement.
• Prepare and present business cases, financial analyses, procurement plans and recommendations for senior management and governance committees.
• Contribute to short- and long-term departmental planning, operating procedures and quality improvement initiatives aligned with Michener and UHN goals.
• Represent the department on relevant committees and maintain productive contacts with suppliers, learning institutions, contractors and other partners.
• Perform cross-functional and other duties consistent with the role, as assigned.

• Completion of a degree in business, supply chain management, public administration or a recognized equivalent is required.
• Minimum five years of proven experience in procurement and strategic sourcing.
• Broader public sector, post-secondary education and/or healthcare procurement experience is an asset.
• Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) Designation, Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, or other Public Procurement Designation is an asset.
• Sound working knowledge of the Ontario Broader Public Sector Procurement Directives, trade agreements, and public procurement laws.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional procurement initiatives and coordinating multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Knowledge of procurement governance, competitive sourcing, contract and supplier management, risk management, financial analysis and value or savings tracking.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate recommendations and secure understanding with senior-level stakeholders.
• Excellent judgment, diplomacy, relationship-building, negotiation, facilitation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze complex business requirements, develop practical frameworks and provide clear, evidence-informed recommendations.
• Digital and technology literacy, including proficiency with standard office, reporting and project-management tools.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume and cover letter.

Closing Date: October 30, 2026 

For further information on The Michener Institute, please visit our website at www.michener.ca. 

The Michener Institute is publicly funded by the Ministry of Health and is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, and equal opportunity. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process, provided the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume and cover letter.

For further information on The Michener Institute, please visit our website at www.michener.ca.

The Michener Institute is publicly funded by the Ministry of health and is a respectful, caring and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.