Building Ontario Fund (BOF) is seeking a full-time Senior Procurement Specialist. (This job posting represents an existing vacancy.)

Purpose of Position Accountable for leading procurements for Building Ontario Fund (BOF), together with all ancillary activities such as reporting and contract management, in a manner that complies with all government directives and regulations and supports Agency accountability and responsible fiscal stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end procurement activities including drafting procurement documents (RFPs, RFQs, etc.), managing competitive processes, evaluating bids, and supporting contract award and execution.

Support vendor onboarding, relationship management, and performance monitoring to ensure service delivery aligns with contract terms and BOF expectations.

Ensure all procurement activities comply with the Ontario Public Service Procurement Directive and BOF’s internal policies, identifying and mitigating procurement-related risks.

Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and program teams to ensure procurement strategies align with operational needs and strategic priorities.

Work with business areas to identify and assess issues related to corporate procurement processes and procedures.

Provide interpretation and guidance to BOF staff regarding corporate procurement policies to ensure consistent application and compliance with internal and external policies and guidelines (e.g., risks, costs, benefits, implementation impacts).

Coordinate and draft required documentation (e.g., briefing notes and documentation for Board approval, policy presentation materials, etc.) for policy development/amendment.

Conduct quantitative and qualitative research and environmental/jurisdictional scans for the identification, analysis, and assessment of a broad range of issues and factors related to corporate procurement to develop policy options.

Develop communication strategies for the dissemination of information across BOF relating to recent/amended corporate procurement policies; develop resource materials; lead or participate in stakeholder information sessions as required.

Develop and maintain procurement dashboards and reports to track spend,



timelines, and performance metrics.

Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of BOF corporate procurement frameworks, policies, standards, and processes that support agency accountability and responsible fiscal stewardship.

Provide guidance and mentorship to more junior Procurement team members.

Qualifications Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Certification in public procurement (e.g., Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), preferred, but not required).

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in corporate/third-party advisory procurement execution, including experience in contract management, generating reports, maintaining dashboards, and briefing senior management, as required.

Experience with Ontario Public Service Procurement Directive or broader public sector procurement frameworks.

Experience procuring in a public sector environment, preferred, but not required.

Experience with eProcurement platforms and contract management systems, preferred, but not required.

Knowledge and Skills

Sound understanding of Ontario Public Service Procurement Directive and/or the Broader Public Sector Procurement Directive.

Sound presentation skills to lead/participate in stakeholder information sessions.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to communicate analysis and recommendations in verbal presentations or written documents.

Strong time management and organizational skills.

Ability to take on and manage multiple projects and tasks effectively.

Ability to work in a self-directed manner and to collaborate with others in a team setting.

Ability to summarize and synthesize complex material.





Ability to develop an idea from the conceptual stage through to implementation, to translate concepts and objectives into a clear and meaningful policy options.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams).

The Environment Physical Our office at 79 Wellington Street W, Toronto is steps from Union Station, with great dining and transit options.

As part of the Ontario Public Service, BOF requires employees to work in‑office five (5) days/week. We believe in‑person presence and collaboration strengthens culture and service delivery.

What’s in It For You Competitive Compensation We offer fair, market‑informed salaries that reflect your experience and qualifications, while balancing public sector responsibility.

Expected Salary The expected salary for this role is CA$96,000‑$120,000 for candidates who meet the stated qualifications.

A Retirement Plan That’s Built to Last We offer a defined‑benefit (DB) pension through the (Ontario) Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) that provides predictable and secure income in retirement, indexed to inflation; early retirement options, survivor benefits, and is backed by the Government of Ontario. BOF also matches your contributions 1:1, adding ~9‑11% of your salary in long‑term value.

Benefits That Prioritize Your Health & Wellbeing For this position, we offer:

“Day‑1” Health, Dental, Life, AD&D; and LTD insurance coverage for you and your dependents, with 100% of premiums paid for by BOF, and no annual deductibles or “upgrade” fees.

$750 Health Care Spending Account annually.

Optional supplementary life, AD&D;, and critical illness insurance for you and your dependents.

Discounted Corporate Gym Membership Options.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential help with mental health, fitness, relationships, nutrition, finances, elder care, and legal services.

Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top‑up.

Time to recharge including 4 weeks annual vacation time, 13 paid statutory holidays, 6 paid sick days/year with up to 124 more days of sick leave at 75% of salary.

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📌 Senior Procurement Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 Building Ontario Fund
📍 Toronto