Category Analyst - Winnipeg, Canada - Manitoba Government

Manitoba Government

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Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Category Analyst:

PM2 Planning and Program Analyst 2

Regular/full-time

Department of Consumer Protection and Government Services

Procurement and Supply Chain

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 40778

Salary(s): PM2 $62, $79,019.00 per year

Closing Date:
March 26, 2023

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

A detailed position description is available upon request.

Category Analyst will conduct analytical activities which support the development and implementation of category management strategies and procurement plans. They will also be responsible for execution of the strategies and plans.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Qualifications:

Essential:

Completion of postsecondary education in Supply Chain Management or a related field. An equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered.
Experience with procurement cycles, tendering, evaluation strategy, supplier selection, contract award, and contract management.
Strong ability to research, gather and synthesize market, supplier, category and internal data.
Experience with basic project management tools and techniques to plan and manage strategic procurement projects.
Understanding of different methods of supplier relationship management and the ability to identify and implement the most appropriate approach.
Interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Strong written communication skills.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Analytical thinking and problemsolving skills.
Strong political acumen with the ability to manage confidential, controversial and politically sensitive material and situations.

Desired:

Understanding of trade agreements and provincial legislation as it relates to public procurement.

Duties:

Reporting to the Manager, Category Management, the Category Analyst's key responsibilities include:

Research and analyze category management strategies, providing results to cross functional teams.
Execute category management strategies within cross functional teams.
Develop, maintain and enhance Manitoba's approach to the supply market.
Contribute to category strategies and forecasting activities.
Research and assess new market entrants and nontraditional suppliers.
Perform detailed analysis on categories to understand the market trends, cost drivers, suppliers and best practices.
Lead tendering process including development of RFx, evaluation, negotiation and award.
Provide technical procurement expertise to stakeholders, based on internal and external research.

Advertisement # 4077

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