Category Manager

Job Description

Empowering Success : Your Journey starts with Source Atlantic.

Elevate your career with Source Atlantic : Award-winning, efficient, and innovative. Join us for exceptional service and top-tier solutions across Canada.

Boost efficiency with our one-stop distribution hub. Recognized among Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Your pathway to success starts here with a team driven by dedication and customer focus, fueling continuous improvement through value- added services, technological advancements, and employee training.

Source Atlantic is seeking a Category Manager to join our team in Saint John, NB . Reporting to the National Purchasing Manager, this exciting role will manage the purchasing and inventory management activities for a segment of our business, representing all locations across the company.

Specifically, the Strategic Sourcing Specialist’s key responsibilities include :

• Manage supplier relationships with a focus on inventory management and cost savings initiatives
• Perform market analysis to ensure sustainable access to both core and innovative products
• Identify and address risks building contingency plans to mitigate
• Plan and execute strategies to meet Supply Chain Key Process Indicators (KPIs)
• Direct activities of the operational buyer

The ideal candidate possesses the following qualifications :

• A bachelor’s degree with 3+ years experience in procurement, supply chain
• SCMP designation is an asset
• Strong business acumen
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and deliver cost savings
• Knowledge of inventory management
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Willingness to travel

Unveiling Your Perks :

Secure your place in our dynamic, permanent team, backed by the prestigious accolade of being one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Unlock a compelling array of benefits :

• Competitive compensation that recognizes your worth.
• A flexible health, drug, and dental plan tailored to your well-being.
• An employer-matching retirement savings plan for your financial security.
• Additional life and disability insurance options for peace of mind.
• Confidential access to an Employee Family Assistance Program (EAP) that supports your holistic welfare.
• An enriched vacation entitlement schedule for a balanced life.
• Participate in our physical fitness reimbursement program, championing your vitality.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please forward a resume in confidence by clicking on Apply Online Now.

Source Atlantic is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be considered for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates who will be moving on in the interview process will be contacted.