Business Analyst

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Union: Non-union
Site: 700 University Avenue - Hydro Building
Department: Procurement
Reports to: Senior Manager
Grade: N0:06
Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week
Status: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: $66,924-$83,655 (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Closing Date: November 18, 2024

Position Summary

As a member of the Supply Chain Decision Support team within our Procurement and Supply Chain portfolio, the Business Analyst is responsible for supporting the Senior Business Analysts and portfolio leadership in providing in-depth reporting and analysis to enhance supply chain operation and efficiency across the system. Their work will support Sourcing, Purchasing, Materials Management, Finance and Clinical partners through a range of ad hoc and routine activities, including spend and rebate analysis, reporting on key performance indicators.

Duties:

• Analyze procurement data to identify spending trends, supplier performance, and potential opportunities to increase efficiency
• Support the routine reporting activities for stakeholders, providing data and information as well as recommendations on opportunities for efficient procurement and cost savings
• Effectively use data visualization tools to clearly communicate findings, risks and recommendations
• Support the maintenance of a performance management framework in collaboration with team members
• Maintain KPI dashboards combining data from a number of different sources
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Develop collaborative relationships with stakeholders and operate with a reasonable level of independence
• Support various procurement activities or initiatives as requested
• Conduct data quality investigations and engage in continuous data quality improvement
• Perform cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested

• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent program
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience in a supply chain/financial environment analyzing financial/business data
• Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Ability to organize, control and coordinate a variety of activities in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities
• Ability to synthesize complex data, explaining key elements, drawing insight
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with relational databases (SQL Server) is preferred
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and Ariba are assets
• Adheres to confidentiality policy for sensitive financial and clinical data and information

Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.