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Procurement, Category Manager

Location: 

Toronto, ON, CA, M5G 2M1 Brampton, ON, CA, L6T 5M1 Ottawa, ON, CA, K1G 4J5

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

 

Job category: Procurement
Job posting ID: 7831

 

​Employment status: Temporary full-time
Position's anticipated start date: 2025-11-03 
Position's anticipated end date: 2029-03-30 
Number of positions available: 2 

 

Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B
Salary/Rate of pay: $89,894 - $108,493

 

Application deadline: 2025-10-22 

  • This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

  • Your up-to-date resume.
  • Job specific cover letter.
  • We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

 

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

 

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

 

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues. 

 

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

 

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

 

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full-time Procurement, Category Manager to join our dynamic Procurement team.

The Procurement Category Manager is responsible for strategic sourcing for a specific internal client or one or more key commodities.  This involves all aspects of the strategic sourcing process including developing a high level of knowledge of current state and possible evolution of assigned commodity, working with internal clients to develop RFP specifications that will bring the best options and value to Canadian Blood Services, managing RFP process, and leading cross functional negotiations with suppliers.

This role is responsible for analyzing changes or issues with materials and supplies (both internal and external) and recommends solutions for reducing overall lifecycle costs to Canadian Blood Services (not just unit price) and improving quality.

The Procurement Category Manager will also develop and monitor compliance with procurement policies and procedures, including those with respect to managing the relationship with the supplier.  The Category Manager creates compiles and files all documentation needed in keeping with Canadian Blood Services records management policies.

Formula for success

 

  • Leveraging your excellent leadership skills, you will provide support to cross-functional teams, while building and managing relationships across the organization.
  • You will develop and maintain positive working relationships with other leaders, as well as collaborating with external stakeholders to create partnership with patients, donors, funders and other relevant organizations.
  • Drawing from your procurement experience, you will obtain the resources and tools necessary for procurement teams to deliver the desired results to achieve objectives.
  • You will oversee the management of information and other material resources including equipment, supplies and property as needed on procurement teams with specific focus on IT contract management and construction/real estate agreements.
  • Utilizing your contract management experience, you will ensure that contracts are negotiated, managed and monitored to meet Canadian Blood Services' short- and long-term needs.
  • You will fully understand all spend on goals and services by assigned client and category, whether or not that spend is currently under contract or managed by Procurement.
     

Desired education and skills

 

  • Completion of secondary education from a recognized academic institution, preferably a Business Degree (Business Administration, Material management, or related discipline).
  • Minimum of five (5) years of related, progressive experience in complex procurement negotiations.
  • Knowledge of supply chain management.
  • Knowledge of RFP development.
  • Good knowledge of cost accounting and ability to apply it to understanding internal spend, supplier costs, and total costs of ownership.
  • Knowledge of regulated industry standards and with ISO 9000, TQM, GMP or an equivalent is required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of procurement trends and leading practices.
  • Excellent proven analytical skills.
  • Strong ability to influence, persuade, and negotiate with vendors and internal and external stakeholders.
  • Excellent planning, organizational, and record keeping skills are essential.

What we offer you

 

  • Payment in lieu of vacation and benefits.
  • Annual performance award up to 8%. 
  • Defined benefit pension plan. 
  • Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources. 

What you can expect

 

  • This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location 40% of the time/2 days of the week.
  • Shift/hours - Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week, 7.5 hours a day.


Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

 

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. 

 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list. 

 

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