Category Manager, Procurement
Req Id: 421858
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Be part of the team that drives the achievement of our strategic objectives. You’ll work collaboratively with a team of professionals, managing the performance and risk profile of Bell, balancing the needs of customers, investors and team members with long-term business success.
Summary
The Procurement Organization manages all aspects of sourcing & procurement within Bell. The Procurement Department’s mission is to create value through its role of providing best-in-class sourcing solutions while improving Bell’s EBITDA through cost reductions.
We are seeking a candidate to join Bell Canada’s Procurement Organization as Category Manager, reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement. The candidate must have experience and feel comfortable managing a wide variety of categories across all products, software, and services required for internal use within the telecom and media industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of commercial contracts and vendor relationships
- Lead negotiation of agreements on behalf of Bell, working with internal stakeholders (business unit clients, Legal, Security, etc.) to set optimal terms and conditions for the provision of products and services
- Lead business initiatives that maximize supplier relationships by obtaining the best value while minimizing risk
- Conduct detailed assessments of clients’ needs, including re-examination of baseline assumptions or predetermined solutions with the intent to raise the level of awareness for Procurement within the company
- Support and/or lead sourcing initiatives utilizing Bell systems in the distribution and management of RFI, RFQ and RFP documents
- Drive total cost of ownership reduction through joint process improvements with suppliers and re- negotiate contracts directly
- Manage, perform quality control, and generate reports on spend data and other key indicators as required
- Recommend, develop, coordinate and implement best practice processes and procedures to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of the work performed by Procurement
Critical Qualifications
- University degree or College diploma and equivalent work experience
- Superior communication, written and verbal with ability to interact with senior levels of the organization
- A minimum of 2 years procurement experience
- Excellent negotiation experience
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills, statistics knowledge and experience required
- Ability to collaborate and persuade others by working with various department sponsors, governance stakeholders, and other Procurement colleagues
- Excellent prioritization
- Results orientation; resilience in the face of complexity
- Demonstrated and tenacious problem solving skills
- PC proficient (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
- University degree in business administration or supply chain management
- Varied Telco experience and business knowledge
- PMAC / SCMAO Accreditation or current enrolment in PMAC program is a strong asset
- Understanding and experience in sourcing and analysis tools (Ivalua, SAP, etc.) or other similar systems
- In the course of their duties, this person will be required to interact with French & English speaking stakeholders across Canada
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Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status: Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Quebec : Montreal
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 01/31/2025
For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.
We value the experiences that have shaped who you are, and we know the diversity of your talent will bring even greater strength to our team. At Bell, everyone belongs and you’ll feel valued, respected and supported as you grow and reach your full potential.
We also want to make sure that everyone has an equal opportunity to join our team. We encourage individuals who may require accommodations during the hiring process to let us know. For a confidential inquiry, email your recruiter or recruitment@bell.ca to make arrangements. If you have questions or feedback regarding accessibility at Bell, we invite you to complete the Accessibility feedback form or visit our Accessibility page for other ways to contact us.
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