Category Lead

Rogers Communications; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Category Lead to join their Procurement team in Toronto. This role involves building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, executing sourcing events, and negotiating contracts to optimize spend and drive best practices. With a focus on continuous improvement and ethical procurement practices, you will play a key role in shaping the organization's procurement strategies. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of procurement experience in telco or media sectors.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate supplier performance and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with stakeholders to align supplier strategies with business needs.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance for continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement Experience

Negotiation Skills

Data Analysis

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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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!

Reporting to the Senior Category Manager Customer Experience, Procurement, the Category Lead will work closely with business partners and colleagues to support the strategic direction of the team. Your tasks will include establishing commercial arrangements, leading sourcing events, analyzing data, and executing contractual documents aligned with strategic business objectives. Your efforts will enhance Procurement's role as a trusted advisor, optimize spend, drive best practices, and develop future strategies to meet our goals.

What You'll Do

1. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure supplier and category strategies meet business needs.
2. Execute sourcing events and evaluate supplier performance on quality, cost, delivery, and innovation.
3. Negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms.
4. Develop supplier programs for continuous improvement.
5. Analyze category data, including spend and contractual arrangements.
6. Develop category strategies and foster key supplier partnerships.
7. Advise business partners on procurement best practices and strategic insights.
8. Manage supplier issues and disputes, including negotiations and settlements.
9. Promote continuous improvement, innovation, and automation in procurement practices.
10. Implement ethical procurement practices, policies, and social responsibility initiatives.
11. Act as an internal consultant on sourcing, supplier performance, compliance, and risk management.

What You'll Bring

1. 3-5 years of relevant procurement experience in telco, media, or related fields.
2. Knowledge of market trends affecting costs.
3. Experience with services like Contact Centres, Credit Operations, Collections, Sales, Banking, or Back Office.
4. Strong relationship-building and business acumen.
5. Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting to executives.
6. Ability to handle ambiguity and resolve conflicts.
7. Resilience and a solution-oriented mindset.
8. Collaborative work style and stakeholder engagement skills.
9. Self-motivation and ability to quickly learn technical topics.
10. Experience in negotiations and analytical problem-solving.
11. Adaptability in a fast-changing environment.
12. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Project.

Additional notes about background checks and workplace diversity are included in the original description. The schedule is full-time, day shift, located at 1 Mount Pleasant, Toronto, with up to 25% travel. The role is within the Procurement & Category Management function.