Category Leader - IT Procurement

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<span class="jobdescription"><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"></h2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><strong>Join our team and what we'll accomplish together</strong></p> <p><br>As a Category Leader within the TELUS IT Procurement team, you will influence the allocation of considerable resources and drive new best practices across the organization. You will oversee complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives while providing strategic consultation to Executives and Senior Leadership across the technology space, managing multi-million-dollar partnerships with global brands.</p> <p> </p> <p>You’ll also influence the next generation of practitioners, collaborating with a team of expert Category Managers to develop and execute a robust category strategy through sound internal and external data intelligence. This fast-paced role demands a strategic and transformative leader who can implement innovative initiatives to drive profitability within our dynamic, evolving landscape. You will set a new standard for global procurement industry leadership.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"></h2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><strong>Here’s how you'll make an impact</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><strong>Strategic Leadership:</strong> Partner with and guide a team of expert Category Managers to develop, execute, and deliver robust IT category strategies.</li> <li><strong>Executive Communication:</strong> Demonstrate exceptional executive communication and storytelling skills. You will adapt your style to various audiences—from technical teams to C-suite executives—ensuring complex procurement data and insights are impactful, clear, and actionable.</li> <li><strong>Deal Making & Negotiation:</strong> Spearhead major contract negotiations, strategic sourcing activities, and cross-functional projects. You'll establish robust contract terms (pricing, performance management, and SLA development) while implementing risk mitigation best practices.</li> <li><strong>Innovation & Automation:</strong> Improve IT Procurement processes by leveraging automation, and Generative AI (GenAI) to streamline activities, improve data accuracy, and enhance risk management.</li> <li><strong>Relationship Management:</strong> Manage multi-million-dollar partnerships with global brands, balancing value creation with strong risk and relationship management.</li> <li><strong>People Development:</strong> Optimize our transformational delivery model to maximize impact for TELUS, including coaching and mentoring team members. </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What you bring</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><strong>IT Procurement Expertise:</strong> Minimum 5–7+ years of progressive experience in IT Procurement or Category Management, specifically negotiating large, complex projects with Tier 1 software, hardware, and cloud suppliers.</li> <li><strong>Cloud & SaaS Acumen:</strong> Deep expertise in contracting and a strong understanding of SaaS and Cloud provider-specific requirements.</li> <li><strong>Negotiation Mastery:</strong> A solid understanding of negotiation theory, strategies, and practices, with a reputation as an exceptional influencer who builds effective internal and external partnerships.</li> <li><strong>Data-Driven Insights:</strong> A proven ability to evaluate and translate complex facts, data, and market intelligence into clear concepts and strategic recommendations.</li> <li><strong>Business & Financial Acumen:</strong> Strong business acumen paired with financial intelligence and project execution excellence.</li> <li><strong>Education:</strong> Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, technology, or a related domain. </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Great-to-haves</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><strong>Digital Mindset:</strong> A strong curiosity toward disruptive technologies and their direct application in modern procurement.</li> <li><strong>Project Management:</strong> Formal experience leading large-scale project execution.</li> <li><strong>Bilingual </strong>(English/French)</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>#LI-REMOTE</strong><br> </p></div></div></div> </span>

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