Mississauga
110-115K5 days in-office The Procurement Category Manager will lead and expand a national vendor program representing approximately $30M in annual spend across more than 100 supplier agreements, supporting independently owned store operators through centralized procurement programs, strategic supplier partnerships, and value-added services that drive cost savings and operational efficiency. Managing a diverse portfolio of indirect spend categories: including security, pest control, office supplies, uniforms, cleaning services, waste management, facility maintenance, lighting, energy management, and other business services. The role is responsible for supplier sourcing and evaluation, market analysis, contract negotiation, vendor performance management, programernance,pliance, and issue resolution. Working closely with store ownermittees, business stakeholders, and suppliers, the successful candidate will identify new category opportunities, increase program participation,municate vendor offerings and promotions, and continuously enhance the value delivered to store owners, enabling them to focus more on growing their businesses and less on managing operational overhead.To be successful in this role, candidates will bring experience in procurement, vendor management, category management, strategic sourcing, or supplier relationship management, ideally within a retail, franchise, multi-site, or shared services environment. The ideal candidate is a strong negotiator with the ability to build credibility with business owners,mittee members, and suppliers while influencing decisions and drivingmercial oues. Success wille from abination ofmercial acumen, stakeholder management, analytical thinking, and a proactive approach to identifying cost-saving opportunities and program improvements. Experience managing indirect spend categories, leading supplier negotiations, driving vendor adoption, and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders will be highly valued.This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization. AI may be used to screen, assess or select applicants for the position. To discuss in more detail, please email your resume to Sean Naidu.
This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.
AI may be used to screen, assess or select applicants for the position.
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Procurement Vendor Manager • Mississauga
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