Algonquin College

Senior Category Manager, Strategic Procurement

Ottawa Campus · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$89k-$111kDetected 14 days ago

ExpressAccessibilityProject ManagementNegotiationSupply ChainProcess ImprovementVendor ManagementProcurementHRHRISLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

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Posting Closing Date: July 29, 2026 Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Land Acknowledgment: Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People.

Monitor vendor's adherence to contractual terms throughout the relationship and implement corrective action where necessary involving both client and vendor(s).
The incumbent is responsible for controlling purchasing activity for a variety of college departments, however, major focus of this position is to work in support of the Facility Management department including Facilities Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering.
Duties include also include preparing timelines, confidential Procurement Strategy document co-ownership, preparing Procurement timelines and overseeing the RFP from end to end process.
The incumbent supports the instructional process by monitoring industry, technological and pricing trends and develop methodologies to obtain savings as well as manage value driven negotiations.
Support the renewal of contracts and evaluating the quality and price of products and services while identifying and documenting risks and opportunities to ensure they meet college standards and academic needs.
Provide guidance and recommendations to Procurement staff (i.e. support in vendor meetings and day to day processes).

Minimum three (3) year degree/diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related fields
The incumbent is expected discharge their responsibilities with a high degree of freedom.
Ability to understand and apply internal control standards in a large organization.
Comfortable working with a PC and mainframe financial packages along with a working knowledge of spreadsheet software.
Strong ethical and moral values, with the ability to work with candor oftentimes restricted information.

$88,985.00-$111,230.00-Annual
Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being.

Flexible Work Arrangement Policy.
Eligibility for benefits vary by position.
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Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

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We foster a supportive and collaborative environment.
Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity for 2024
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace.
We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com.
While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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