Procurement Specialist

Status: Contract (up to 24 months)
Working Conditions: On-site      
Education Level: 4 year University education in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Science or Law. 
Base Location: Bowmanville, ON
Shifts(s): Days and/or rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
Travel: None 
Deadline to Apply: July 30, 2025
Salary Range: $1,704.68 - $2,744.26 per week
 
Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow. 

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history. 
Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job. 

JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of a Procurement Specialist. 

Reporting to the Manager of Supply Chain, this position is responsible for planning, co-ordinating and performing procurement assignments for various goods and services, including; EPCM and its variants, engineered products, materials, services, and vendor management inventory programs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Serve as an information resource to users, requisitioners, and suppliers regarding procurement processes, commercial considerations, and vendor qualification procedures.
• Assist procurement groups with technical matters, including proponent lists, quality and regulatory requirements, and problem resolution during manufacturing or service delivery.
• Participate in site meetings (daily, weekly, monthly) at OPG facilities to plan, coordinate, and status items and services supporting site operations.
• Develop and recommend procurement and sourcing strategies based on market conditions, supply base assessments, and the needs of requisitioners and end-users.
• Monitor, assess, and track supplier performance; investigate and resolve vendor issues; maintain up-to-date records on supplier capabilities and approved vendor lists.
• Prepare and review procurement documents (RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, contracts, purchase orders), resolve ambiguities, and ensure compliance with quality, commercial, and technical standards.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, participate in negotiations and pre-award meetings, make award recommendations, and administer contracts to ensure fulfillment of obligations and dispute resolution.
• Perform inventory management and procurement oversight activities, including preparing reports, coordinating with EPC contractors, and suggesting process improvements to enhance departmental efficiency and effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4 year University education in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Science or Law.
• 4+ years of relevant procurement work experience 
• Experience with design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and installation practices to assess manufacturer capabilities.
• Familiarity with commercial and industrial standards, including inspection and testing of materials, components, and services.
• Knowledge of production planning, scheduling, quality assurance, and engineering design.
• Experience with preparing and implementing inspection procedures and resolving technical problems.
• Understanding the commercial aspects of contracts, contract law, and business administration.
• Experience working with internal departments and external organizations, and effectively handling controversial matters.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct. 

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact AODA@opg.com. 

What makes a career at OPG different?
With operations across Ontario and the United States, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.  

As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history. 

 
Please submit your application online at jobs.opg.com.  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. 

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The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.

OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.