Job Description
Job Description
Career Opportunity
Assistant Category Manager - Corporate Procurement
Markham, ON- Hybrid
BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multitrade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forwardthinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to the Category Manager, the incumbent will assist in the development and management of assigned categories, as well as contribute to the formulation and implementation of strategies related to those categories.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Develop an understanding of the assigned categories (Electrical Mechanical), market trends, and internal customer behaviors
- Ensure Price and Rebate Agreements are up to date
- Respond to internal customer needs
- Conduct competitive price analysis
- Planning & forecasting
- Sourcing and procurement
- Inventory management
- Supplier relationship management
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Construction industry experienceAddresses and works to eliminate risks in a timely mannerKnowledge of Total Cost to Own and Net Present Value modelsExperience in sourcing, fact-finding, and negotiationsEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Business (Commerce, Supply Chain, Project Management) and / or EngineeringMaster's degree in Business Administration (MBA) would be an assetAny designation in Project Management and / or Procurement would be an assetWORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
3 years' experience working in the construction industry (Electrical Mechanical)Ability to leverage technology to review and analyse large volumes of dataAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of the business (oral & written)Proficiency in Microsoft ExcelFluent in French would be an assetInfluences by translating expertise into practical business outcomesAbility to respond to the rapid evolution of the industry and of technologyAbility to effectively collaborate / support key internal stakeholders across all regionsShares timely information across all regionsApplies analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performanceSKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Influences by translating expertise into practical business outcomesAbility to respond to the rapid evolution of the industry and of technologyAbility to effectively collaborate / support key internal stakeholders across all regionsShares timely information across all regionsApplies analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performanceStrong communication skillsKnowledge of procurement systems (i.e. SAP, Ariba, Oracle, JDE, etc.)High degree of competency in the use of all Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, as a minimum)Demonstrated commitment to meeting and / or exceeding customer's expectationsHighly motivated, efficient and focusedProven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume work environmentA real team player with the desire and ability to do whatever it takes to get the job done with a Hand's on approach to tasksResult orientated and confidentThis is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $65000- $85000. The starting salary will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and overall competencies
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
If you are an existing Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor of your interest and intent to apply before applying.
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