Strategic Sourcing Manager (Food Categories)

Whats the Job

Were looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our Supply Chain/Procurement team at Dexterra Group.

What Youll Be Doing

While this role is often referred to as a Category Manager at Dexterra we use Strategic Sourcing Manager to better represent our focus on building strong supplier partnerships and delivering smart sourcing strategies that drive exceptional service across our business.

Details

As our Strategic Sourcing Manager youll play a key role and be at the forefront of building partnerships that deliver value quality and performance - with a focus on our food categories (protein produce grocery).

• Developing and executing category strategy roadmaps aligned to Dexterras competitive goals.
• Leading RFPs bid analysis supplier evaluation and selection processes.
• Identifying opportunities for cost savings supplier rationalization and specification optimization.
• Executing sourcing strategies across Food and Non-Food channels tailored to operational needs.
• Developing negotiating and managing Master Service Agreements (MSAs) including pricing scope and contract duration.
• Overseeing full contract lifecycle management ensuring compliance and performance.
• Managing supplier segmentation performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Building strong strategic relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborating across business units to drive alignment scale and procurement efficiencies.
• Leading rollout and adoption of sourcing strategies across national and international teams.
• Leveraging data and analytics to monitor spend supplier performance and compliance.
• Conducting supplier risk assessments and supporting mitigation strategies.
• Designing and improving supply chain processes tools and category programs.
• Maintaining procurement systems including preferred supplier catalogues and internal platforms.
• Supporting governance compliance and adherence to procurement standards.

Qualifications :

Who are we looking for

• A post-secondary degree or diploma in Supply Chain Business or Commerce - or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience in food-related strategic sourcing procurement or category management.
• Proven expertise in contract negotiation and management - Sales experience is a plus! 
• Strong understanding of category-based buying vendor capabilities and distribution processes.
• A collaborative mindset a sharp eye for detail and a drive to innovate.
• Advanced computer skills especially in Microsoft Excel and the full Microsoft Office suite.
  • Bonus points for experience with NetSuite!
• Ability to manage time make decisions and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to health and safety and understanding of foodservice product utilization.

Why Dexterra Supply Chain
Were a team that values agility creativity and results. Youll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to making a difference - and youll have the tools and support to grow your career in a fast-paced evolving environment.

Additional Information :

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

• Be part of an industry thats more important than ever!
• Award winning safety culture.
• A flexible Hybrid work model.
• Supportive team environment with room to grow together.
• Employee Referral Program.
• We are growing!
• Certified as a Great Place to Work 2025-2026!

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veterans status Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview.

Please Note: We kindly ask that staffing or recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this opportunity. We are not accepting agency referrals at this time.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time