Analyst, Category Management

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Date: Jan 8, 2025

Location:

Toronto, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Finance

Position Title: Analyst, Category Management

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement - driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We're always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

About Us
At Aecon, we're building the future, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're always looking for exceptional talent to work on our exciting and ever-expanding project portfolios. We are focused on being the #1 Canadian Infrastructure Company and the first-choice employer in our industry.

What's the Opportunity?
The Analyst, Category Management is responsible for supporting the maintenance and administration of the Preferred Supplier Program as well as the development and implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize the procurement of goods and services. This role involves coordinating with various internal stakeholders and suppliers, analyzing historical spend and market trends, preparing support material for negotiations with suppliers, drafting recommendations and plans and generating reports and insights for continued monitoring and management of sourced categories.

What You'll Do Here:

Sourcing and Procurement:

• Analyze historical spend and gain insights into trends and potential new categories for sourcing, keeping a pipeline of potential initiatives.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating potential suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery capabilities, continuous improvement and commitment to ESG, among other category-specific priorities.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, best practices, new suppliers and report on findings with recommendation on actionable items prioritized by opportunity, magnitude and risk.
• Assist in preparing Requests for Information (RFI), Proposals (RFPs) and Quotations (RFQs).

Category and Supplier Management:

• Support tasks and communications related to the development and maintenance of strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
• Assist in monitoring supplier performance and assist in resolving issues related to quality, delivery, or service.

Strategic Planning:

• Support the development and execution of strategic sourcing plans to meet organizational goals.
• Support in the identification of opportunities for cost savings, risk mitigation, and value creation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business needs.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of sourcing strategies.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate sourcing performance and recommendations.
• Support developing, implementing and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on procurement metrics.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Assist in identifying and mitigating risks associated with sourcing and supplier management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sourcing activities and contracts.

What You Bring to the Team:

• An undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Experience with estimating, project coordination or management in the construction industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of any ERP, SAP ERP Software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency or interest in data and reporting tools and systems (Power BI and others).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Competencies
Attention to Detail:

• Ensure accuracy in data analysis and documentation.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Adjust to changing organizational priorities.

Initiative:

• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and take action.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of per.