Category Specialist

Randstad Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Canada is seeking a skilled Category Specialist for a temporary role in Calgary. The position requires expertise in strategic procurement across several service areas. Ideal candidates will have strong negotiation skills and a proven track record in contract management. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the company's success while promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic procurement and contract management.
• Experience with HR, marketing, and airline support services is a plus.
• Supply Chain Canada designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and contract renewals.
• Conduct market research and supplier capability investigations.
• Manage supplier contracts and governance.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship Building

Market Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

e-sourcing tools

contract management software

spend analytics tools

Job description

Randstad is seeking a skilled and experienced Category Specialist to join our team on a temporary basis. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Strategic Procurement, you will leverage your expertise in strategic procurement, including strategic sourcing, commercial negotiations, and contract development. Your category portfolio will encompass Human Resources services, Freight & Logistics, and Airline operations support services. This role is crucial in providing temporary coverage until permanent backfills are secured.

Position : Category Specialist

Location : Calgary, AB

Advantages

Enjoy the benefits of working with Randstad, a leader in the staffing industry. Specific benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities will include : liaising with internal teams and business partners to understand business needs; leading contract renewals and strategic sourcing initiatives (scoping, spend analysis, sourcing, negotiation, contracting); managing the RFx process; conducting market research and supplier capability investigations; ensuring compliance with purchasing policies and procedures; developing and implementing sourcing strategies impacting company financials; managing supplier contracts and governance; driving and reporting Procurement KPIs; and ensuring organizational financial goals are met.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess 7+ years of progressive experience in strategic procurement, contract management, and category management within relevant categories. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential. Experience with source-to-pay tools (e-sourcing, contract management, spend analytics) is required. Knowledge of corporate services (HR, marketing) and airline support services is a significant asset. A Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent is required; a Supply Chain Canada designation is an asset.

Summary

If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented Category Specialist with a proven track record, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and make a significant impact. Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary / gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.