Junior network engineer Jobs in Toronto, ON

We are committed to connecting Canadians through unique partnerships, our world-class network and content Canadians love—and our innovative team is growing. We are looking for dedicated team members to join our Corporate team who have a genuine passion for making positive impacts on customers and the communities where we live and work. We have a variety of business units with exciting and meaningful work waiting for you, including Communications, HR, Legal and Corporate Affairs, Supply Chain, Finance, and Real Estate. If you are considering your next step, we have exciting opportunities waiting for you. Come build a rewarding career at Rogers and be a driving force behind our success story!

Who we're looking for:
Rogers Network Procurement is seeking a Category Lead eager to join the team. Reporting to the Director, Managed Services & Supplier Governance, the Category Lead will be responsible for driving data-driven procurement decision-making and supplier performance management across telecom network, customer operations, and corporate spend categories. The successful candidate will be responsible for category intelligence, lead supplier performance programs, establish KPI frameworks, generate actionable insights, and collaborate with sourcing, finance, network engineering, operations, and suppliers to achieve business objectives. This role combines procurement expertise, business intelligence, analytics, supplier governance, and performance management to optimize supplier value, reduce risk, improve service delivery, and support strategic sourcing initiatives. This individual must be an excellent communicator with proven ability to influence at various levels within the organization. This individual must excel in a culture of continuous improvement leveraging innovation and system-based tools to increase efficiency and value.

What you'll do:

• Procurement Business Intelligence Responsibilities:
  • Analyze spend, savings, supplier performance, contract compliance, demand trends, and procurement KPIs.
  • Transform procurement and supplier data into actionable insights for category managers and leadership teams.
  • Lead spend analytics initiatives to identify cost optimization opportunities.
  • Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual procurement performance reviews.
  • Support and maintain supplier scorecards, and executive reporting using Power BI or similar tools.
• Supplier Performance Management Responsibilities:
  • Establish and manage supplier performance governance programs across strategic telecom suppliers.
  • Establish supplier scorecards, performance metrics, and service level measurements.
  • Monitor supplier performance against contractual commitments, KPIs, SLAs, and operational targets.
  • Conduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) and executive supplier governance meetings.
  • Identify supplier performance gaps and coordinate corrective action plans.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives with key suppliers.
  • Track supplier innovation, value creation, risk mitigation, and sustainability commitments.
• Strategic Procurement Support Responsibilities:
  • Support category managers with market intelligence, supplier benchmarking, and performance insights.
  • Provide analytical support during RFx processes, contract negotiations, and supplier evaluations.
  • Support supplier consolidation and supplier rationalization initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities for operational efficiency, cost reduction, and process improvement.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is considered an asset.
• Proven experience (2+ years) in business analysist, procurement, vendor management, contract management, or a related commercial function.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing supplier relationships, commercial agreements, sourcing initiatives, and procurement projects in complex business environments.
• Knowledge of telecommunications networks, infrastructure, technologies, products, or services is considered an asset but is not required.
• Understanding of supplier risk management, contract management, and governance principles.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and influence successful business outcomes.
• Proficiency with procurement, sourcing, and spend management platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, iValua).
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, data manipulation, and reporting capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to analyze, interpret, and present complex data effectively.

What’s in it for you?
We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

• Competitive salary & annual bonus
• Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching programs.
• Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Company matching contributions to charities you support
• Growth & Development Opportunities:
  
  • My Path: self-driven career development program
  • Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest
• Wellness Programs:
  
  • Homewood employee & family assistance program
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
  • Low or no-cost fitness membership.
• Our commitment to the environment and diversity:
  
  • Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
  • Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 1 Mount Pleasant (083), Toronto, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Background Check(s) Required: Criminal Record and Credit Check
Posting Category/Function: Procurement & Category Management
Requisition ID: 340738

To support career growth, collaboration, and high-performing teams, all Corporate Employees are expected to work onsite. We believe that in-person connection strengthens our culture and drives industry-leading performance.

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.

Posting Notes: Corporate