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Manager Procurement Category-CA

Montreal, QC, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 29, 2026
Experience: Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain operations, or a related field
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 29, 2026

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Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for owning the strategic direction of a defined category of goods and services that directly support CN's rail and logistics operations. The role leads the development and execution of category management strategies that deliver sustainable value by balancing cost, quality, risk, innovation, and operational needs. The incumbent leads cross-functional teams, manages key supplier relationships, and oversees a team of Procurement Specialists and Senior Specialists to drive category performance against business objectives. The role has signing authority and direct accountability for category outcomes that impact CN's bottom line.

Main Responsibilities

Category Strategy and Execution

Establish category management objectives, strategies, and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets aligned with CN's business plan
Lead spend analysis, category segmentation, and opportunity identification
Oversee demand planning and forecasting for assigned categories
Lead cross-functional teams in the development and execution of category strategies
Adjust external market factors and integrate plans across related categories

Negotiation and Contract Management

Drive negotiations for medium- to high-complexity contracts within signing authority
Establish contract management principles, compliance practices, and governance frameworks
Ensure effective management of the contractual lifecycle from award to close-out
Develop business cases for executive commitment and investment decisions

Supplier Portfolio Management

Monitor supplier performance and manage key relationships within the category
Establish supplier performance frameworks and conduct regular business reviews
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through proactive supplier management
Drive supplier development initiatives to improve quality, delivery, innovation, and sustainability performance

Stakeholder Engagement

Demonstrate thorough understanding of issues and their impacts; propose and evaluate solutions while highlighting implications of not reaching agreements
Explain interdependencies between procurement decisions and broader business outcomes
Influence others by communicating strong rationale and build trust with stakeholders to achieve maximum value in negotiations

Team Leadership and Development

Directly supervise and develop a team of Procurement Specialists and Senior Specialists
Support talent development and execute talent management plans
Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to drive team growth
Foster an inclusive, high-performance culture aligned with CN values

Compliance and Risk Management

Evaluate and quantify risk impacts across the category portfolio and articulate and present risks to business partners with proposed mitigation measures
Ensure all procurement policies are followed within the team and provide consultation and guidance to team members and stakeholders
Perform root cause analysis on compliance failures and implement corrective actions

Data, Digital and AI Excellence

Define methods and guidelines for using procurement technologies within the team and conduct advanced analysis using all relevant data sources
Keep up with market developments in procurement technology, analytics, and AI applications and identify opportunities to deploy AI-enabled solutions
Strive for optimal organizational efficiency, improve business processes, and recommend holistic changes to ways of working

Project and Process Management

Integrate project plans across multiple concurrent projects and identify areas of synergy or dependency
Evaluate progress and adjust for external factors affecting timelines or scope
Demonstrate deep knowledge of interdependencies across functions, anticipate risks, and influence outcomes through effective stakeholder management

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is eligible to participate in CN's hybrid work model. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The role requires travel up to 10% within North America.Requirements

Experience

Strategic Procurement or Supply Chain Operations

Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain operations, or a related field
Proven experience leading cross-functional sourcing teams and managing category portfolios
Record of accomplishment in developing and executing procurement strategies with measurable results
People management experience, including coaching and team development
Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered

Education/Certification/Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, or related degree
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master's degree*
Professional certification or designation such as Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)*
Candidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)

Competencies

We Care About Each Other
We Strive for Excellence
We Succeed Together
We Lead Responsibly
Vision and strategic thinking
Impactful and inclusive leadership
Performance and value delivery
Empowerment and talent development
Strategic communication and influence
Managerial courage and decisiveness
Compliance
Business acumen
Process optimization
High-Impact Execution
Negotiation

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Strong command of category management methodologies and strategic sourcing frameworks
Advanced analytical capabilities, including spend analytics and financial modelling
Experience with enterprise procurement platforms including SAP, Ariba, and Fieldglass
Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership and Net Present Value concepts
Complete understanding of category management, contracting, and pricing models
Advanced knowledge of contract terms and conditions
Knowledge of CN's procurement policies and procedures, affiliate rules, and regulatory compliance
Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills
Bilingualism, English and French
Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)

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Responsibilities

Lead category strategy and execution, including spend analysis, sourcing, negotiations, contract governance, supplier performance, and risk mitigation to deliver measurable business value. Manage and develop a team of procurement professionals, engage cross-functional stakeholders, and improve procurement processes through data, technology, and AI-enabled solutions.

Requirements

Requires at least 7 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain operations, or a related field, including category portfolio leadership, cross-functional sourcing, measurable strategy results, and people management. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required; an MBA or master's degree and professional certifications such as SCMP, CPSM, CIPS, CPA, or CFA are assets.

Skills

Category Management
Strategic Sourcing
Spend Analysis
Financial Modeling
Contract Negotiation
Contract Management
Supply Chain Risk Management
People Management
Cross-Functional Leadership
Stakeholder Engagement
Procurement Compliance
Procurement Technology
Data Analytics
Project Management
Process Optimization

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Keywords

Category Management
Strategic Sourcing
Procurement
Supply Chain Operations
Spend Analytics
Financial Modeling
SAP
Ariba
Fieldglass
Total Cost of Ownership
Net Present Value
Contract Management
Contract Negotiation
Pricing Models
Supply Chain Risk Management
Demand Planning
Forecasting
Key Performance Indicators
Business Case Development
Procurement Compliance
Procurement Technology
Artificial Intelligence
Project Management
Process Optimization
SCMP
CPSM
CIPS
CPA
CFA

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