The Manager Merchandise Procurement (MMP) will manage a team of Senior Procurement Analysts to maximize the value CTR receives for the spend of a specific portfolio of LOBs.
Job Responsibility:
Aligning to a specific portfolio of Merch LOBs, improve the value we receive for our merchandising spend.
Work closely with Merch VPs, AVPs, and CBMs to develop, align on, and jointly execute a game plan to optimize value.
Oversee fact-based analytics to drive insights, recommendations, and actions.
Support improving the productivity of our vendor relationships.
Outside of line reviews, identify and action opportunities that can create improved cost value for the organization.
Increase the penetration and sustainable use of Procurement practices across Merchandising at CTR.
Engage directly with vendors to optimize negotiated results.
Work closely with the Pacific Rim Operation and CBMs to identify and optimize imports as part of our purchasing mix.
Manage 5-10 category projects concurrently, ensuring optimal use of team resources, effective project plans, and pro-actively managing the project pipeline.
Lead and/or support other ad hoc procurement projects that support the overall Procurement and Vendor Engagement mandate.
Manage and develop a team of high performing Senior Procurement Analysts.
Work closely with other Procurement Managers to ensure we are an integrated, effective, and efficient team.
Experience Requirements:
Procurement experience or related retail buying experience, 5-10 years
Global sourcing experience a definite asset
Extra Benefits:
Competitive salaries and wages
Store discounts
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