Manager, Category Indirect (IT) Procurement

Apotex Corp.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global health company in Ontario seeks a Manager, Category Indirect (IT) Procurement. This role involves strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management for technology products and services within Global IT. Ideal candidates possess extensive experience in category management and are proficient in procurement tools. The position offers an opportunity to develop global strategies and build stakeholder relationships, contributing significantly to business goals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in global category management or strategic sourcing.
• 5+ years in indirect procurement.
• Expertise in procurement practices, contract law, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute 1-3 year global category strategies.
• Prepare RFx packages, define approaches, and identify suppliers.
• Build relationships and act as a trusted advisor to business leaders.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Category management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

University degree in Operations, Business, Supply Chain or Engineering

SCMP preferred

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

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About Apotex Inc.

Apotex Inc. is a Canadian-based global health company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines for patients around the world. Apotex employs almost 7,200 people worldwide in manufacturing, R&D, and commercial operations. Apotex medicines are accessible to patients in more than 75 countries globally. Through vertical integration, the Apotex group is focused on the development and sale of generic, biosimilar and specialty products.

For more information visit: www.apotex.com.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Global Category Manager to support our business units and stakeholders.

The Global Category Manager leads strategic sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and supplier relationship management for a complex portfolio of services. The role aims to create value for stakeholders, reduce total cost of ownership, leverage negotiation strategies, and mitigate risks through contracts. The position involves developing short to medium-term category plans with stakeholder support. The role interacts with managers, directors, officers, external suppliers, and third-party partners. Experience in supplier selection, sourcing, RFx, contracting, and supplier relationship management is required.

The role includes sourcing technology products and services, including hardware, software, and cloud solutions, evaluating vendors, negotiating contracts, managing relationships, and ensuring value alignment with company needs and budgets, primarily within Global IT.

Telecom

Procurement of telecommunications services and equipment, requiring understanding of telecom technologies and market dynamics, collaborating with internal teams.

If you are an experienced procurement professional passionate about category management, thriving in fast-paced environments, and skilled in relationship building, this could be your ideal career move!

Job Responsibilities

Category Planning

• Develop and execute 1-3 year global category strategies aligned with business needs and goals.
• Gather input from stakeholders and analyze market trends.
• Stay updated on market intelligence to maintain competitive advantage.
• Implement strategies and report progress.

Strategic Sourcing

• Prepare RFx packages, define approaches, and identify suppliers.
• Coordinate RFx execution and ensure timely delivery.
• Analyze total cost of ownership and benchmarking data.
• Negotiate contracts, prepare business cases, and seek senior approval.
• Collaborate with contract specialists for implementation and track savings.

Business Partnering

• Build relationships and act as a trusted advisor to business leaders.
• Translate business strategies into sourcing opportunities.

Collaborate with SRM team

• Manage contracts, identify improvement opportunities, and handle escalations.
• Develop risk management and contingency plans.

Other Duties

• Work safely, manage multiple projects, and demonstrate organizational values.
• Ensure compliance with policies and support inclusive practices.

Job Requirements

• University degree, preferably in Operations, Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering; SCMP preferred.
• 7+ years in global category management or strategic sourcing, with 5+ years in indirect procurement.
• Expertise in procurement practices, contract law, and supplier management.
• Proficiency with SAP, Ariba, and other procurement tools.

We are committed to an inclusive, accessible environment and offer accommodations during the recruitment process.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing