<p>Are you an experienced <strong>Buyer, Purchasing Specialist, or Analyst</strong> looking to take the next step in your career? Our client is seeking a <strong>Category Manager</strong> to join our clients team and lead multiple product categories within a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers the opportunity to move beyond transactional buying and into strategic category ownership—driving growth, profitability, and innovation.</p><p>You’ll leverage your retail experience and analytical skills to develop category strategies, optimize assortments, and build strong vendor partnerships. If you’re ready to influence business decisions and make a measurable impact, this is the role for you.</p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Transition from tactical buying to full category ownership—developing strategies and implementing plans that align with business goals.</li><li>Create and adjust product assortments and buying strategies based on customer needs and market trends.</li><li>Use your analytical expertise to review financials, manage P& L, and translate insights into actionable strategies.</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to optimize pricing, terms, and profitability.</li><li>Work closely with merchandising, marketing, and operations teams to ensure category success.</li><li>Partner with teams to develop proprietary products and introduce differentiated offerings.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in managing procurement processes, ensuring compliance with public sector guidelines, and optimizing vendor relationships. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the healthcare industry while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee procurement activities, including purchase orders and non-purchase order items, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Act as the primary point of contact for procurement-related requests and inquiries across the organization.<br>• Review and manage contracts, including auto-renewal agreements, to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Implement updates to procurement processes and guidelines to streamline operations.<br>• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to negotiate pricing and secure favourable terms.<br>• Monitor inventory levels and manage materials handling to meet operational demands.<br>• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Excel and ERP systems to track procurement activities and generate reports.<br>• Ensure adherence to public sector procurement standards and regulations.<br>• Support ad-hoc procurement needs and provide timely solutions to organizational challenges.<br>• Work closely with internal teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
