Global Category Lead Supplier Strategy
Ciena Canada ULC
Global supplier strategy drives this Category Lead opportunity with Ciena in Ottawa. Shape indirect sourcing across Capex, MRO, and technical procurement.You will support Ciena’s global strategic sourcing initiatives while improving supplier performance, compliance, and stakeholder value. Responsibilities span category planning, market analysis, RFI and RFP development, vendor selection, contract management, and issue resolution. Leadership reporting and procurement technology support continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities:
Plan sourcing strategies for technical, Capex, and MRO categoriesConduct spend analysis and market researchDevelop RFIs and RFPs for sourcing eventsResolve supplier issues and monitor contract complianceReport category performance and savings to leadershipRequirements:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related fieldFive or more years in indirect procurement or strategic sourcingThree or more years managing procurement categoriesStrong negotiation and contract process knowledgeExperience with Excel, PowerPoint, procurement software, and DocuSignUse global sourcing, supplier performance, and category reporting expertise to advance procurement outcomes at Ciena in Ottawa.
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Plan sourcing strategies for technical, Capex, and MRO categoriesConduct spend analysis and market researchDevelop RFIs and RFPs for sourcing eventsResolve supplier issues and monitor contract complianceReport category performance and savings to leadershipRequirements:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related fieldFive or more years in indirect procurement or strategic sourcingThree or more years managing procurement categoriesStrong negotiation and contract process knowledgeExperience with Excel, PowerPoint, procurement software, and DocuSignUse global sourcing, supplier performance, and category reporting expertise to advance procurement outcomes at Ciena in Ottawa.
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