Category Manager - TELUS Procurement

TELUS • Vancouver, BC

6d • Remote

About The Position

We're looking for a strategic Category Manager to join our Procurement team and help us partner with vendors to deliver cutting-edge products and services. This role involves negotiations, building partnerships, and driving results.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 5-7 years of procurement experience
• Expertise in category management
• Strong negotiation and contract drafting skills
• Proficiency in data analysis (Excel, Ariba, SAP, Google Suite)
• Ability to build strong relationships with vendors and internal teams
• Problem solver with a "can-do" attitude
• Strong communication and project management skills

Nice To Haves

• SCMP/MBA

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies, including spend analysis, RFx creation, and supplier selection.
• Manage contracts by negotiating, drafting, and executing agreements that drive value.
• Cultivate and maintain strong vendor relationships, ensuring suppliers meet commitments and performance targets.
• Analyze spend patterns, track savings, and provide data-driven insights to inform business decisions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align on sourcing decisions and strategy.

What This Job Offers

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