Category Manager, INDIRECT (goods and services not for resale)

The TJX Companies, Inc. • Mississauga, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

TJX Canada is seeking a Category Manager, Indirect, to lead high-impact strategic sourcing initiatives and develop category strategies. This leadership role involves guiding cross-functional teams on medium- to large-scale projects to achieve measurable results aligned with organizational objectives. Preferred experience areas include Supply Chain, HR, Fixtures, and Construction. This position offers a chance to leverage expertise, influence business outcomes, and advance a career in a dynamic, collaborative setting.

Requirements

• Minimum 5-7 years strategic sourcing, procurement or related experience.
• Bachelor degree or Post-Secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge and experience in International and domestic freight preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills including analysis of information (i.e. requirements; description of problems); provide solutions with cost implications to effectively resolve issues and execute strategic solution.
• Strong PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI/Tableau is an asset along with the ability to perform detailed financial cost analyses and forecasting.
• Knowledge of procurement/sourcing systems such as Coupa, GEP, Ariba is an asset.
• Strong presentation skills, with experience presenting information to senior leaders.
• Solid organizational skills with ability to implement and manage details, prioritize, multi-task and sometimes under time pressure.
• Demonstrated project management skills including structured project methodologies (i.e. determining needs, researching existing programs, etc.); utilizing multiple sources of information to develop well-structured business recommendations preparing and maintaining detailed development plans for projects; determining project specifications; understanding and applying principles of project control; and knowledge of and ability to use project reporting systems.
• Developed collaborative, facilitation, active listening and negotiating skills with ability to develop and build relationships with internal and external partners, influence team members and help prioritize activities and resources to meet the organization’s needs; build rapport and credibility to be a trusted advisor.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Certification or working towards: SCMP, (or EU or US equivalents, CIPS, CPSM)

Responsibilities

• Manages global strategic supplier relationships and rationalizes supply base.
• Negotiates contract business terms and collaborates with legal to establish proper contracts.
• Monitors and reports category-specific savings and performance metrics.
• Aligns all regional Sourcing efforts with Global Category Management teams.
• Establishes a solid partnership with Global peers and colleagues.
• Participates in the development of Regional and Global Category Strategies and drives the category planning process.
• Collects and actively challenges current product or service requirements.
• Presents new sourcing strategies to drive cost savings.
• Recommends new ways to manage demand through process re-design.
• Ensures, in partnership with Center Of Expertise team, a compliant ‘Source-to-Pay’ process is in place for all eligible Business Partner spend.
• Uses defined strategic sourcing methodologies, tools, and templates to ensure a fair, open, and competitive sourcing process.
• Identifies and executes opportunities for specification alignment, process improvement, and demand management.
• Executes supplier relationship management programs.
• Participates on annual and special projects/committees as needed.
• Actively participates and supports the execution of GS&P Value Driver and Strategic Initiatives.
• Establishes or enhances business partnerships as a brand ambassador of GS&P, seeking business collaboration opportunities between business functions and cross regions where synergy presents.
• Influences and drives effective decision-making.

Benefits

• Immediate access to our Group Benefits package, including a Health Care Spending Account, Associate & Family Assistance Program, and various well-being resources
• Management Incentive Plan along with a robust Retirement Savings Program
• A competitive vacation package, paired with a Vacation Trade Program that allows you to opt in for an extra week
• Associate discounts at our stores, available to you and eligible family members
• Comprehensive training and development resources designed to help you learn, grow, and succeed
• Exciting career paths with growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement to support your career progression

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level