Why Clarington?
Clarington is a community full of possibilities.
As one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Durham Region, Clarington is home to over 107,000 residents across four urban centres and 14 hamlets. With our population expected to double by 2051, Clarington offers a perfect blend of urban living and small-town charm. We’re known for our thriving energy and agricultural sectors, vibrant historic downtowns, and exceptional quality of life.
Our team thrives in a collaborative environment that promotes work-life balance and meaningful community impact. We value accountability, integrity, and respect, and we are deeply committed to fostering equity, inclusion, and diversity in the workplace. Together, we’re building a stronger Clarington — for today and for future generations.
The future is bright – and working with the Municipality of Clarington means you can help shape it. How will you make your mark?
About the Role
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Reporting to the Acting Manager, Procurement, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
Key Responsibilities
- To assist Manager of Procurement and Senior Buyer in procuring a variety of commodities and services for daily operations using accepted principles and established procedures.
- Conduct analytical review of corporate contracts and term orders and issue competitive bids.
- Investigate new sources of supply.
- Confer with suppliers regarding delivery, quality, etc., to ensure that division and specification requirements are met.
- Editing of requisitions and conferring with departments regarding requirements.
- Soliciting and analyzing quotations.
- Interviewing vendors and their representatives and maintaining contact as required.
- Traveling to attend site meetings, as required.
- Expediting of outstanding purchase orders.
- Handle discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders, arrange for appropriate credits and returns.
- Assist in/or responsible for the preparation of Tender, Quotation and Request for Proposal.
- Assist in/or responsible for the research and writing of reports.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including those specific to the department.
What you bring
- A post-secondary school graduate from a related discipline to the satisfaction of the Deputy CAO/Treasurer.
- A Certified Supply Chain Management Professional, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to the satisfaction of the Deputy CAO/Treasurer.
- Successful completion of a purchasing certificate from an accredited Purchasing Association.
- Minimum 1 – 3 years of practical buying experience (processing quotations, tenders, proposals, contracts and purchase orders), preferably in a Municipal environment.
- Proficient and experienced working with computerized purchasing systems.
- Demonstrated expertise in procurement compliance requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA).
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- A commitment to exceptional customer service and professionalism.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
What we offer
- Salary: $67,304 to $83,937 - Code 9 of the 2026 Inside Collective Agreement.
- This position is currently eligible for a flexible work arrangement option. Further details on this program will be discussed through the selection process.
- Hours of work: 35 hours per week
Additional Information
A satisfactory criminal record check and proof of qualifications will be required for the successful candidate.
Pre-employment testing may consist of written and oral assessments. To be considered successful, candidates must achieve a minimum score of 60% on each test. The highest score attained across the assessments will be used in the final award decision.
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted until February 4, 2026, at 11:59pm.
To learn more about employment with the Municipality of Clarington and to apply for this exciting and challenging opportunity, visit: www.clarington.net/careers.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Our Commitment to Equity
The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive and inclusive employer committed to equity, diversity, and creating a respectful and barrier-free workplace.
Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. To request support or accessible formats, please contact the Human Resources Division at careers@clarington.net.
Privacy
Applicant information is collected under the authority of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, 2001 for the purpose of evaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection can be directed to Human Resources at careers@clarington.net.
