Buyer

About OICR

OICR is Ontario’s cancer research institute. We bring together people from across the province and around the world to improve the lives of everyone affected by cancer. We take on the biggest challenges in cancer research and deliver real-world solutions to find cancer earlier and treat it more effectively. We are committed to helping people living with cancer, as well as future generations, live longer and healthier lives.

Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independent institute funded by the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security.

Job Details

Position: Buyer

Location: MaRS Centre, Toronto

Department: Procurement

Reports To: Manager, Procurement

Hiring Range: $56,560 to $63,327 per annum, commensurate with level of experience; total compensation includes a competitive benefits plan (Sun Life), plus a defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP) 

Hours: 35 hours/week

Job Type: Hybrid

Status: Full-time, Temporary (18-month contract)

Position Summary

The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is looking to fill an existing position for a Buyer to join the Procurement team.

The Buyer will assist the Procurement department in executing supply chain processes using leading practices. The goal is to strive for continuous improvement in the areas of goods and services quality, cost and cycle time reduction.

The position of Buyer is currently a hybrid position. However, the expectation is this position will work out of the Toronto office location at 661 University Avenue whenever and as long as requested by OICR. The successful candidate must be available to work from the Toronto office.

This position is temporary, full-time for eighteen months.

Position Responsibilities

• Obtain quotes for price, quality, freight and customs and delivery variables for purchase order and supply


• Performs certain administrative support tasks for the Procurement Department, ranging from arranging appointments and managing schedules, answering calls and inquiries, reaching out to vendors and suppliers, manage databases, producing reports, and coordinating with various departments to ensure the smooth flow of products within the company


• Assist Procurement Manager/contract specialist by reviewing the purchase requisitions, processing the purchase orders and in utilizing the established competitive processes for Request for Proposals and Request for Quotations to ensure OICR obtains best value for all goods and services Request for Quotations to ensure OICR obtains best value for all goods and services


• Manage OICR mobile accounts, including adding travel packs and new hardware


• Assist in the administration of the cell phone invoices and purchases of new cell phones


• Work with all members of the Procurement Department to ensure all priorities and objectives are met


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders at OICR


• Manage relationships with external clients in order to achieve high levels of internal customer


• Handle order processes through JDE system to ensure internal controls are met


• Provide backup support to Senior Materials Coordinator as needed


• Maintain records of all procurement transactions for all goods and services


• Reconcile p-card transactions for Procurement department


• Configuration and setting of the requisition approval routes


• Administration of access to the websites of the core vendors (list of all passwords, IDs)


• Maintain Contract Management Database


• Assist with preparing various reports for procurement activities e.g. number of vendors setup, number of purchase orders issued


• Assist with training users on the procurement workflow as needed

Position Requirements

• Completion of a 2-year community college program in Supply Chain, Business or a related field, or recognized equivalent

• Completed or working towards CSCMP designation


• Advanced expertise with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook


• Strong interpersonal skills at all levels within the organization and externally with suppliers


• Excellent communication and organizational skills


• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

• Initiative, pro-active, action-oriented, a high level of accuracy, detail-oriented, ability to work with a sense of urgency and ability to meet tight timelines


• Fast learner with proven ability to learn and use multiple software systems

• Practical accounting knowledge


• Knowledge of purchasing, costing, purchase price variances and forecasting systems


• Knowledge and experience with ERP systems (preferable JD Edwards Procurement)

For more information about OICR, please visit the website at .

To learn more about working at OICR, visit our career page .

POSTED DATE: October 2, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

OICR is committed to fostering a climate of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we support an inclusive culture for all. We welcome all applicants, and encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons, and others who may contribute to furthering a diversity of ideas within our community. OICR is committed to fair assessment of a candidate’s abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience. Providing an accessible workplace and recruitment process is important to us, as described in our Accessibility Plan (). Should you require accommodation during any stage in the recruitment process, please complete the form at the bottom of page . Information received related to accommodation will be handled confidentially.

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The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research thanks all applicants. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.