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Job Number: JR107573 Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst, Supply Chain Union: Union: Job Category: Professional Hospital Location: Consilium Place Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $52.97 - $61.407 Hours: Days
Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca
Job Description:
Position Overview
Reporting to the Manager, Supply Chain and Systems Specialist, the Senior Financial Analyst, Supply Chain provides financial and analytical expertise to support category management, strategic sourcing, supplier performance, data governance and operational decision-making across Scarborough Health Network (SHN). Acting as a trusted business partner to Supply Chain, clinical and corporate stakeholders, the Senior Financial Analyst integrates spend, pricing, supplier, market, financial and operational data to identify value opportunities, mitigate risk, strengthen category strategies and improve supply chain performance. The role also supports annual budgeting and forecasting, develops actionable reporting and dashboards, and provides consultation and training to leaders in the interpretation of financial, operational and supplier performance information.
Responsibilities
- Partner with managers, directors, and clinical and corporate stakeholders to understand business requirements, provide financial and commercial analysis, and support category and sourcing strategies.
- Conduct detailed spend, pricing, cost and variance analyses using supplier, market, financial and operational data to identify savings opportunities, cost drivers, risks and value optimization initiatives.
- Develop cost models, benchmarking analyses, should-cost assessments and scenario evaluations to support sourcing strategies, negotiations, business cases and commercial decision-making.
- Support sourcing activities by analyzing RFx responses, supplier proposals, pricing submissions and scenario-based evaluations to facilitate objective supplier selection.
- Analyze supplier performance data, scorecards and service metrics; identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities; and support supplier performance management initiatives.
- Monitor and report on category, sourcing and supply chain key performance indicators to track results and identify opportunities to improve supplier performance, service, resilience and overall supply chain effectiveness.
- Manage, review and triage data governance requests, schema changes and access modifications submitted through the ServiceNow portal, and act as Data Steward between internal stakeholders and the Data Governance Management team.
- Participate in data preparation, cleansing and validation activities, including master data, spend history, forecasts, inventory audits and planning parameters, while improving data quality and analytical methodologies.
- Participate in SHN’s annual operating plan and monthly and quarterly forecasting processes, providing timely analysis of utilization, financial, resource and supply chain performance.
- Provide consultation, training and support for managers, physicians and staff in interpreting financial, operational and supplier performance reports to enable effective decision-making.
- Continuously improve analytical tools, reporting processes and workflows while ensuring adherence to SHN policies, data governance standards and procurement best practices.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Analytics or a related discipline. A health care background with considerable relevant financial or supply chain expertise may be considered.
- Five or more years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, category management, operations, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis or business analysis; health care experience is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management, supplier performance management and procurement processes.
- Demonstrated experience conducting spend analysis, cost modelling, benchmarking, supplier evaluations, risk assessments and performance reporting.
- Proficiency using artificial intelligence tools responsibly to streamline analysis, reporting and process improvement.
- Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders through clear, data-driven recommendations.
- Strong research, organizational and attention-to-detail skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with health and safety policy and legislation.
- Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of SHN’s patient, staff and community populations.
Asset
- Professional designation or active enrolment in a relevant program, such as CPA, SCMP, NISCL-CSCL, MCIPS, APICS or PMP.
- Experience in a large community hospital or broader health care environment.
- Knowledge of Ontario hospital funding models, including the Health-Based Allocation Model and Quality-Based Procedures.
- Knowledge of statistics and performance measures used in a large community hospital setting.
- Ability to speak another language.
This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.
Accommodation and Diversity Statement: Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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