Regional Chemical Category Leader

Water Technologies; Oakville; On-site; CAD 113,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water management firm in Ontario is seeking a Regional Category Manager to develop and implement sourcing strategies for chemical raw materials. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and expertise in chemical markets. This role drives supplier performance and supports the company’s sustainability objectives. Competitive salary and benefits package provided.

Benefits

10% Annual Incentive Bonus Plan

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain.
• Demonstrated chemical raw material sourcing experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing strategies for chemical categories.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance.
• Drive savings targets through competitive bidding.
• Partner with operations to coordinate supply of chemicals.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Subject matter expertise in chemical sourcing

Strong business acumen

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering or Business

Tools

ERP / MRP systems (SAP preferred)

Google and Excel-based modeling

Job description

A leading water management firm in Ontario is seeking a Regional Category Manager to develop and implement sourcing strategies for chemical raw materials. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and expertise in chemical markets. This role drives supplier performance and supports the company’s sustainability objectives. Competitive salary and benefits package provided.