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category management lead

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada City of Toronto Full time
Category Management Lead Category Management Lead

The City of Toronto is seeking a highly skilled Category Management Lead to join its Purchasing & Materials Management Division. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for strategically sourcing reliable vendors, negotiating and managing contracts, and achieving savings and best value for the City's clients.

Job Summary
  • Develop and execute strategic sourcing solicitations and contracts in the Construction, Maintenance and Professional Services Category.
  • Manage various aspects of the Strategic Sourcing Category program, including establishing sourcing savings targets and developing strategies.
  • Lead and participate in the development of competitive RFXs and negotiation strategy.
  • Provide support and assistance in the development of Category Strategy.
  • Effectively communicate with clients and foster a team atmosphere.
Key Responsibilities
  • Reviews procurement pipelines and assists with management in the development of procurement plans.
  • Delivers project tasks, including market research & analysis, data collection/management, cost modeling, RFx strategy development, RFx creation and management, supplier communications, negotiations, contracting, and supplier performance management.
  • Develops and implements sourcing strategies that support achievement of Divisional objectives and City's goals.
  • Recommends various solicitation methods based on the requirement, complexity, and timelines of a project.
  • Develops strategic sourcing approach with evaluation and award criteria to meet the business and procurement compliance requirements.
  • Leads supplier information and debrief sessions.
  • Ensures documentation compliance in accordance with City's guidelines and process for record and auditing.
  • Supports pre and post award procurement dispute process by providing all required back up data.
  • Leads, motivates and trains assigned staff, ensuring effective teamwork, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, continuous learning and encourages innovative solutions.
Key Qualifications
  • Extensive experience in strategic sourcing and/or procurement experience in successfully leading and delivering various sourcing projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or any other related disciplines, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  • Considerable experience collaborating, leading, motivating and training new and existing staff.
  • Experience with eProcurement systems.
  • Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Thorough knowledge of broad-based sourcing strategies to drive financial benefits through negotiations, reducing total cost of ownership, demand management and Supplier Relationship Management.
  • Highly developed knowledge of RFx and strategic sourcing leading practices including contract negotiations, reverse auctions, supplier performance scorecard and benefits.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
  • Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods used in public procurement.
  • Strong project management skills with ability to organize, control and coordinate a variety of activities in a fast-paced environment; ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
  • Demonstrated stakeholder management, time management, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Highly developed communication, conflict resolution and relationship building skills.
  • Ability to act in an ethical, confidential, and transparent manner, in compliance with corporate code of conduct.
  • Familiarity with Ontario Statutes, including Occupational Health and Safety Act, employment standards, labour and human rights, and other applicable government legislation.
  • Knowledge of Trade Agreements will also be considered as an asset.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City of Toronto is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve.

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