Supervisor - Purchasing & Print Shop
Requisition ID: 399185
Position Number: 20056867
Posting End Date: March 26, 2026
Employer: Shared Health
Site: Shared Health - St. Boniface Hospital
Department / Unit: Distribution Serv. 1/Supply Chain Man.
Job Stream: Non-Clinical
Union: Non Union
Anticipated Start Date: 04/06/2026
FTE: 1.00
Anticipated Shift: Days
Work Arrangement: In Person
Daily Hours Worked: 7.75
Annual Base Hours: 2015
Salary is commensurate with education and qualifications.
Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient- centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.
Position Overview
In a collaborative environment, under the general direction of the Manager, Supply Chain and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of St. Boniface Hospital the SUPERVISOR, PURCHASING, PRINT CENTER, GRAPHIC DESIGN & AUDIO-VISUAL SERVICES is responsible for development, implementation and maintenance of all processes related to Purchasing, Contracting, Printing, Graphic Design and Audio-Visual Services. This includes managing the physical, financial and human resources involved in maintaining the integrity of the purchasing, contracting, printing, graphic design and audio-visual functions within the supply chain and in collaboration with WRHA Logistics Services. Management practices must be in accordance with the Hospitals management values and operating standards; participating on appropriate Hospital-wide and external committees and in professional associations and performing other related duties as required.
Experience
- Previous experience in Purchasing and Contracting within complex service organizations with diverse internal customers.
- Three (3) years supervisory/management experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
- Successful demonstration of strong communication abilities, conflict resolution skills, and change management.
- Experience working within a printing environment would be a definite asset.
Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience, as deemed recognized by the Hospital, may be considered in lieu of the above.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
- Degree or diploma in Business Administration from a recognized institution.
SPECIAL TRAINING/SKILLS:
- Successful completion of Level 3 of the Purchasing Management Associations Certified Professional Purchasing Program (CPP).
- A sound knowledge of contract law as it applies to competitive bidding.
- Knowledge of computer systems and proficiency in the use of various current and related software including spreadsheet, word processing, email and database applications.
- Working knowledge of Crystal Report Writer would be an asset.
- Working knowledge of and experience in using Purchasing software and EDI.
Qualifications and Skills
- Demonstrated analytical skills and judgment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills are a necessity.
- Good conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with various levels of internal and external contacts.
- Must be able to handle highly fast-paced situations.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to function in a team-oriented environment.
- Strong commitment to quality and customer focused services.
- Ability to apply creative approaches to problem solving and contract strategies.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.
Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.
This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.
Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.
