The Operation Support Services Analyst provides support in the effective business operations within the Supply Chain and Procurement Services department. Responsibilities include: process development, change management, policy analysis, data gathering, data analysis, identifying gap/variance/trend, conducting research and preparing reports, leading or supporting department projects and programs and providing recommendations against findings to support departmental performance objectives. Additionally, the role provides support to leaders in the day:to:day operations of the group. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: :Lead and/ or assist in the identification, creation, development and maintenance of business process flow. :Lead and/ or support implementation of a Supply Chain Services Procurement Standard. :Update Procurement Policy and advises business units of any changes. :Develop governing performance standards as well as training material relevant to the process. :Lead and/ or Support testing and implementation of various system enhancements in SAP and ARIBA, BI. :Develop, test, and implement reporting to enhance operational efficiency. :Monitor, track, gather, analyze, and present data with recommendations for decision making. :Lead and/ or support assigned departmental projects and programs. This includes conducting research on best practices, performing quantitative and qualitative analysis, provide recommendations, and managing project through to implementation and post:evaluation. :Support Emergency Management as it relates to Supply Chain. :Support Strategic Sourcing, RFx and contract negotiation process. :Prepare and analyzes Supply Chain departmental metrics and scorecards. :Identify gaps and provide sustainable options for continuous business improvement associated with the group. Continuously seek process and business improvements and provide recommendations. :Conduct cost benefit studies and develop business cases. :Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, estimates, forecasting data. :Support day:to:day operations of the Supply Chain team. REQUIREMENTS: stylemargin:bottom:11.0px: :Post:secondary education in Business Administration or equivalent. :Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in the areas of Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business Operations. :Knowledge and experience with managing and implementing complex business projects. :Knowledge and experience with data analysis and research. :CPIM, SCMP designations or equivalent designation are an asset. :Advanced data analysis including but not limited to SQL, Excel, Power Pivot, BI Cubes, SAP is an asset. :Knowledge and experience with process development. :Experience in an operationally focused environment is an asset. :Knowledge of SAP and Ariba is an asset. :Able to manage project schedule, scope, and implementation strategy. :Excellent computer skills with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Word and PowerPoint); ability to build and automate reports and use statistical methodologies for tracking performance or building models. :Experience in compiling and presenting reports; must be detailed oriented. :Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. :Strong verbal and written communication skills. :Strong organizational and time management skills. :Able to influence, gain support and commitment from others. Toronto Hydro has introduced a Hybrid Work Arrangement. This position allows for remote work up to three days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite on those days when they are involved in activities that they or their leader feel are better conducted in person. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office. Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you're having difficulty using our online application system and require accommoda