Coordinate contract approval routing for signoff based on contract spend
Regularly meet external partners
Lead the end-to-end procurement process of assigned Property Maintenance spend categories working with business owners (Operations groups, Technical Services, Operations support groups).
Host meetings with operations to review supplier performance and evaluation in order to build an effective supplier network for CAPREIT . Document feedback and communicate internally with operations and externally to supplier
Conduct root cause analysis for recurring contract payment discrepancies and communicate to supplier, Procurement and Accounts Payable
Proactively identify opportunities for leveraging spend across multiple Regions and/or bundling services
Respond to contract termination requests from operations and issue formal response accordingly
Inquire on status of SAP Scheduling Agreement POs and request creation/modification as required
Draft and edit vendor contracts, using internal legal approved contract templates; Review contract language and details and tailor language to ensure suitability to category of spend and compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
Meet with operations to review scope of work for new contract requirements and make sure the requirements are accurately reflected in RFx documents and subsequent contracts
Assist with the annual budget for operating repair & maintenance contracts in the following year
Act as a point of escalation for Supplier and CAPREIT business owner disputes.
Organize and Facilitate Supplier Business Review meetings.
Prioritize the review of expiring contracts and determine strategies and initiative timeline
Update contracts with addendums and amendments as required
Prepare summary and recommendations to Operations on supplier(s) to be awarded focusing on cost savings, efficiencies and added value
Act as back-up to other team members for tasks including facilities management semi-monthly reporting and PO creation
Dispositions: Manage the communication to suppliers affected by disposition and complete purchase order closeout in SAP
Communicate upcoming renewals to Vendor and Operations
Responsible for reporting on all noncompliance (internal and external) procurement related issues
Verify repair & maintenance budget by profit center and spend category before proceeding with contract creation or modification.
Assist and champion the growth of a Contract Management repository and associated processes encompassing the execution, monitoring, approvals and managing contracts
Analyze submitted proposals to identify total cost of ownership and prepare summary reports
Solicit input from Operations, Procurement, Operations Services, and other subject matter experts including Technical Services team, to obtain feedback on category of spend, supplier performance and scope of work
Liaise with key stakeholders to reach consensus on procurement strategy for expiring contracts or new service requirements.
Respond to all vendor inquiries including questions related to contract, commercial, RFx process, contractor prequalification, PO details and modifications, payment, and credits
Acquisitions: Assess incumbent supplier ability to retain contracts related to acquisition of properties. Assist in preparing the repair & maintenance contracts budget for newly acquired sites. Ensure contracts are in place and suppliers prepared to service new sites once ownership of site changes
Develop and implement measurable SLA’s for assigned categories/contracts (where warranted).
Communicate with controllers on spend to be accrued, insufficient budget and variances related to budget vs spend
Requirements
ariba
excel
sap
scmp
rfx
negotiation
Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written to all levels of the organization
5 or more years of related procurement experience
Bilingual (French) considered an asset
Ability to work under tight deadlines, multitask, and prioritize
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Experience with ARIBA considered an asset
Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Demonstrated history of contract writing skills with a solid understanding of procurement regulations and legal terminology
College diploma or University degree in accounting, business, or a related field
Superior attention to detail
RFx experience
Strong negotiation skills
Experience with SAP and/or Yardi considered an asset
Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) equivalent or in progress is an asset
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
C$14.9B
Total Assets
Over C$14.9 billion in residential assets across Canada, the Netherlands, and the U.S., with 46,800+ units.
Late 90s & 2024
Key Achievement Dates
Pioneered TRS financing in the late '90s and executed a major land and asset restructuring in 2024.
360 Homes
U.S. Acquisitions
Acquired properties like Palmer Apartments and Smallwood Gardens, adding 360 homes with targeted upgrades.
Founded in 1993, CAPREIT grew from managing a few thousand units in Ontario to a North American rental powerhouse.
As a fully integrated real estate company, it acquires, renovates, builds, and manages tens of thousands of apartments and townhomes.
Typical projects span market-rate, affordable, workforce, and build-to-rent communities, often involving value-add renovations.
Known for recycling assets—divesting non-core holdings and redeploying capital into new, purpose-built rental developments.
Stand-out fact: Once launched Ireland’s largest rental REIT, later exiting due to regulatory headwinds.
Leadership includes second-generation executives Andrew Kadish and Jennifer Kadish Cassell, who rose through the ranks.
Deep integration in acquisition, development, asset, and property management drives consistency across market cycles.
Culture + Values
7/10
Annual Resident Satisfaction Score
The annual Resident Satisfaction Survey results reflect a strong commitment to resident well-being.
78%
Resident Recommendation Rate
Residents are highly likely to recommend the community, indicating a positive living experience.
88%
Employee Satisfaction on Diversity & Inclusion
Employees express high satisfaction with the company's approach to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Published a Resident Bill of Rights
Environment + Sustainability
$30.7M Investment
Energy Efficiency & Resiliency
Allocated for energy-saving and resiliency measures in 2023.
6% Reduction
Absolute GHG Emissions
Achieved by modernizing buildings' energy systems, reducing from 120,068 tCO₂e to 113,292 tCO₂e.
13% Reduction
Energy Use Intensity
Improvement in energy efficiency across all suites compared to 2019 levels.
~40% Emissions Reduction
Carbon Efficiency Initiative
Expected reduction from CIB-financed retrofits targeting 60 buildings.
Invested $15 million in energy-saving, resiliency, and decarbonization projects in 2024.
Reduced per-suite energy use by 6.1% since 2022.
Net-zero target: Canada’s goal of net-zero by 2050 applies to CAPREIT retrofits.
Inclusion & Diversity
88% Employee Satisfaction
Employee Satisfaction
Reflects satisfaction with the company's approach to diversity and inclusion.
2024 ESG Assessment
Climate-Related ESG
Engaged employees, senior management, and the Board on climate-related risks and opportunities through an ESG double materiality assessment.