Category Manager
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9 hours ago
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Job Summary
Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors our staff and our communities. Currently employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.
Job category: Procurement
Job posting ID: 8296
Employment status: Temporary full-time
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Classification: PTS
Salary/Rate of pay: $89894 - $108493
Application deadline:
- This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
Application requirements:
- Your up-to-date resume.
- We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services All employees must apply via the internal career page.
Together the work we do connects people and changes lives including your own.
Be part of a dynamic collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood plasma stem cells and organs and tissues.
If youre looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team join Canadas Lifeline and discover a role where your work is meaningful your purpose is clear and your impact is felt every day.
We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work live and play.
About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full-time Category Manager to join our dynamic Procurement team.
The Category Manager is responsible for strategic sourcing supporting a key business area or spend category such as Medical Equipment & Supplies Laboratory Testing Pharmaceutical IT Professional Services Logistics or Facilities. This involves all aspects of the strategic sourcing process including developing a high level of knowledge of current state and possible evolution of assigned commodity working with internal clients to develop RFP specifications that will bring the best options and value to Canadian Blood Services managing RFP process and leading cross functional negotiations with suppliers.
The Category Manager will also develop and monitor compliance with procurement policies and procedures including those with respect to managing the relationship with the supplier. The Category Manager creates compiles and files all documentation needed in keeping with Canadian Blood Services records management policies.
Formula for success
- Applying your expertise in requests for proposals/quotations and contract negotiations you will drive successful procurement outcomes that meet Canadian Blood Services business objectives.
- Leveraging your experience in contract and supplier management you will ensure Canadian Blood Services requirements are consistently met and foster strong long-term supplier partnerships.
- Working with your internal business partners you will align procurement support to operational and strategic plans.
- Leveraging your skills in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) you will participate in SRM activities such as evaluating supplier performance monitoring metrics and trends and recommending actions to strengthen supplier performance and relationships.
- Drawing on your knowledge of supply chain management you will proactively manage and mitigate supply chain risks to prevent disruptions and maintain continuous operations. You will participate in the Canadian Blood Services Business Essential Supplies (BES) Supply Risk management program.
- Adhering to your understanding of health and safety protocols you will perform work in full compliance with Canadian Blood Services Corporate Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
Desired education and skills
- Post-secondary level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution preferably a college diploma in Business Administration or Material Management.
- Minimum of five (5) years of related progressive experience in complex procurement negotiations.
- Procurement experience specialized in IT and digital transformation is a definite asset.
- Certified Supply Chain Management Professional designation or equivalent is a definite asset. An equivalent combination of education training and experience may be considered.
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) Excel and MS Word are definite assets.
- Experience working with selection committee to source goods and services.
- Proven techniques in procurement strategy development contract management negotiating consulting cost-benefit analysis market research and managing the Request for Proposal Process.
- Excellent writing communication and presentation skills.
- Project management skills will be considered an asset.
What we offer you
- Payment in lieu of vacation and benefits.
- Annual performance award up to 8%.
- Defined benefitpension plan.
- Employee discounts wellness program professional resources.
What you can expect
- This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location 40% of the time/2 days of the week.
- Shift/hours - Monday to Friday 37.5 hours a week 7.5 hours a day.
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canadas population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
If this role resonates with you we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system to ensure you receive them please add and to your safe senders list.
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