Category Supervisor leading buyers, supplier negotiations, and category performance for NFI Parts, a North American bus-parts provider. Driving cost, service, quality, and supply-chain improvements.
Responsibilities
Supervise and coach a team of Buyers; manage performance, development, and workload distribution
Own and negotiate the long-term contract bidding process with suppliers
Manage and enhance strategic supply agreements and execute new agreements with the Category Manager
Execute category strategies aligned with cost, service, and quality objectives
Lead procurement activities, including supplier performance, cost management, and tactical negotiations
Serve as the primary supplier contact and resolve escalations
Limit escalations caused by supplier disruptions
Monitor and report KPIs and supplier scorecards; drive performance improvements
Support management of obsolescence and supply constraints; validate alternatives
Collaborate with Customer Service, Inventory Planning, Operations, and Manufacturing
Conduct supplier site visits and participate in trade shows as needed
Present quarterly category reviews and contribute to annual planning
Ensure procurement policy compliance and support continuous improvement
Collaborate with Inventory Planning, Traffic & Customs, and Warehouse Operations to optimize service levels and supply chain performance
Requirements
Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain management or related field
3-5 years’ experience in supply chain, procurement, or strategic sourcing
Some leadership experience
Strong leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated
Strong organizational and analytic skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including intermediate to advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word
Knowledge of Oracle is an asset
Travel is required for this position
Benefits
Competitive Wages
A continuous learning environment
Ability to advance your career with a growing company
Employee social committee events, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments
Ongoing employee development through in-house training initiatives
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