Category Manager - Non-Food Products

Description du poste

Hello! My name is Leila, Recruitment Consultant at Fed Supply, a staffing agency specializing in supply chain, logistics, transportation, and customer service, offering both temporary and permanent positions across the Greater Montreal Area.

Our team of Supply Chain and Logistics experts speaks your language and truly understands your industry.

Je recherche, pour l'un de mes clients évoluant dans le secteur de l'immobilier et de la gestion de propriétés, un Gestionnaire de catégorie - Produits non alimentaires afin de renforcer son équipe d'approvisionnement à Montréal.

Vos principales responsabilités

• Negotiate and manage commercial agreements with suppliers
• Conduct RFPs (requests for proposals) and market analyses
• Monitor pricing, rebates, and contracts in collaboration with the department analyst
• Source and onboard new suppliers and partners
• Develop tools and documentation to improve efficiency and internal processes
• Work closely with operations, finance, and field teams
• Lead quarterly performance review meetings with suppliers

Le candidat idéal

You are known for your rigor, analytical mindset, and ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Proactive and solution-oriented, you can successfully manage multiple projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Compétences et qualités clés :

• Strong abilities in negotiation, contract management, and data analysis
• Strategic mindset with the ability to optimize costs while maintaining product quality
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Team player with autonomy, adaptability, and sound decision-making
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to positively influence and collaborate across departments (operations, finance, field)
• Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous improvement

Qualifications requises :

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in category management, procurement, or strategic sourcing (ideally within retail or senior living environments)
• Proven experience in the Canadian market (sourcing, RFPs, negotiation, supplier management)
• Knowledge of non-food products (MRO, furniture, general supplies, etc.)
• Strong grasp of financial principles, margin analysis, and profitability
• Proficiency with office tools and procurement / RFP software
• Bilingual in French and English (written and spoken), as collaboration with anglophone teams is required