Category Analyst

**Category Analyst**:
PM2 Planning Program Analyst 2

Regular/full-time

Public Service Delivery

Procurement Services, Procurement and Supply Chain

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44101

Salary(s): PM2 $68,106.00 - $87,851.00 per year

Closing Date: May 6, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created to fill similar regular or term positions, and if established may remain in effect up to 12 months.

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The Department of Public Service Delivery is seeking qualified individuals to fill the Category Analyst positions within the Procurement and Supply Chain Division (PSCD) Division. The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family-related leave and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers). Training and career development opportunities are also available for employees.

Conditions of Employment:

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Qualifications:
**Essential**:

- Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain or a related field, or completion of a professional procurement designation. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
- Experience within public procurement cycles, tendering, evaluation strategy, supplier selection, contract award, and contract management.
- Experience with basic project management tools and techniques to plan and project manage implementation of strategic source plans.
- Strong research and analysis skills including the ability to gather and synthesize market, supplier, category, and internal data.
- Understanding of different methods of supplier relationship management and the ability to identify and implement the most appropriate approach.
- Excellent verbal communication skills to present and explain complex information
- Excellent written communication skills including experience writing a variety of documents and reports for various audiences.
- Effective time management and demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
- Excellent attention to detail and consistency, with ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.

**Desired**:

- Understanding of trade agreements and provincial legislation as it relates to public procurement.

**Duties**:
Reporting to the Manager the Category Analyst conducts analytical activities which support the development and implementation of category management strategies and procurement plans. The analyst is responsible for implementation of the strategies and plans, research and analyze category management strategies, providing results and execute category management strategies within cross-functional teams. As well as develop, maintain, and enhance Manitoba’s approach to the supply market, contribute to category strategies and forecasting activities, research and assess new market entrants and non-traditional suppliers, perform detailed analysis on categories to understand the market trends, cost drivers, suppliers and best practices. Lead tendering process including development of RFx, evaluation, negotiation and award and provide technical procurement expertise to stakeholders, based on internal and external research.
- Advertisement # 44101
- Talent Acquisition
- Human Resource Services
- 600-259 Portage Avenue
- Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
- Phone: 204-945-7518
- Fax: 204-945-0601

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