Category manager - Non-food

COGIR Real Estate; Montreal; On-site; CAD 66,800 - 87,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance benefits

Sick leave and family responsibility days

Free parking

Employee assistance program

Flexible start and end times

Daily transportation assistance

Company events

Job summary

A leading real estate firm in Montreal is seeking a Category Manager Non-Food to manage sourcing activities and category management. The role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing supplier maintenance, and conducting market research. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, at least 3 years in category management, and be fluent in both French and English. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in category management, preferably in retail or senior living sectors.
• Proven experience in the Canadian market (category management, strategic sourcing, negotiation).
• Experience in contract setup and management.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and manage all commercial agreements.
• Ensure rigorous follow-up of analyses and act accordingly with suppliers.
• Conduct thorough research to understand market trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder collaboration

Market research

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Overview

The Category Manager Non-Food will be supporting the National Procurement Director with sourcing activities and category management. This role will be responsible for executing end-to-end sourcing processes and managing supplier maintenance. The successful candidate must be analytical, able to collaborate with stakeholders across the organization, work independently, and manage multiple priorities. Negotiate with suppliers with the goal to maximize cost savings, improve service levels, mitigate contractual risks, and create value for their category.

What you will do

• Negotiate and manage all commercial agreements under your responsibility
• Ensure rigorous follow-up of analyses completed by the department analyst and act accordingly with suppliers
• Ensure accurate tracking of price lists and rebate follow-up in collaboration with analyst and suppliers
• Conduct thorough research to understand market trends, identify potential suppliers, and assess the competitive landscape
• Support strategic sourcing activities for products and services with a focus on projects
• Write and send RFPs to potential vendors and respect schedules and deadlines
• Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with suppliers
• Ensure all contract details align with policies, objectives, and goals
• Maintain strong collaboration with Operations and field teams
• Develop tools and documentation to improve work efficiency
• Participate in team and vendor meetings as needed
• Manage quarterly business review meetings with suppliers

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in category management (ideally in retail or senior living sectors)
• Proven experience in the Canadian market (category management, strategic sourcing, negotiation, supplier management)
• Knowledge of non-food product categories (e.g., MRO, furniture, etc.)
• Proficiency in pricing strategies, margin analysis, and profitability optimization
• Solid understanding of financial principles and the ability to analyze sales and profitability data
• Experience in contract setup and management
• Ability to conduct market research and consumer surveys
• Fluency in both French and English, spoken and written

What We Offer

• Group insurance benefits
• Sick leave and family responsibility days
• Free parking
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible start and end times
• Daily transportation assistance
• Company events
• Exciting challenges that match your ambitions

Job details

• Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
• Salary: $66,800 - $87,700

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time