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Category Manager, Procurement
@ Arterra Wines Canada, Inc.
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
Arterra Wines Canada is hiring a Category Manager, Procurement to build and run category sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality and reliable supply. The role leads supplier lifecycle management, inventory alignment, PPV reporting and procurement support for new product development. The posting states a hybrid work model and a budgeted salary of $97,301 to $133,789.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement category sourcing plans and savings pipeline
- Own end-to-end supplier lifecycle management
- Optimize inventory levels with materials planning
- Manage monthly PPV reporting and variance analysis
- Lead procurement support for product lifecycle and NPD
Requirements summary:
- University designation in business, economics or supply chain
- 10+ years strategic sourcing or category management experience
- CSCMP or equivalent designation
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-29
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Sales |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CSCMP |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Business, Economics, Supply Chain |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Tuition support, Paid training, Home office allowance |
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Arterra Wines Canada, Inc.
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Full company description
As the country’s leading producer and marketer of award-winning, globally recognized Canadian and imported wines, our core purpose is what drives why we do what we do: we believe creating wine is a shared passion. Enjoying wine, a shared pleasure. WHERE WE ARE TODAY Our mission is simple – to build brands people love. In fact, seven of the top 20 brands in Canada are proudly part of the Arterra Wines Canada family: Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin, Sawmill Creek, Wallaroo Trail, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, Ruffino and Kim Crawford. We have more than 140 years of experience in the Canadian wine industry, with five estate wineries across the country and over 1,700 acres of premium vineyards. We have our pulse on viticulture and its latest innovations and most importantly, an understanding of what Canadian consumers are looking for in a bottle of wine. *** En tant que premier producteur et distributeur de vins canadiens et importés primés et reconnus dans le monde entier, notre objectif principal est ce qui nous pousse à faire ce que nous faisons : nous pensons que la création de vin est une passion partagée. Apprécier le vin, un plaisir partagé. OÙ NOUS EN SOMMES AUJOURD'HUI Notre mission est simple : créer des marques que les gens aiment. En fait, sept des 20 marques les plus importantes au Canada font fièrement partie de la famille Arterra Wines Canada : Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin, Sawmill Creek, Wallaroo Trail, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, Ruffino et Kim Crawford. Nous avons plus de 140 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie vinicole canadienne, avec cinq domaines viticoles à travers le pays et plus de 1 700 acres de vignobles de première qualité. Nous connaissons la viticulture et ses dernières innovations et, surtout, nous savons ce que les consommateurs canadiens recherchent dans une bouteille de vin.
- LinkedIn followers
- 26,356
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 747
- Reported office locations
- 441 Courtneypark Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 2V3, CA
- 1825 Boundary Road, Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 3Y7, CA
- 175 Chemin Marieville, Rougemont, Quebec J0L 1M0, CA
- 7857 Tucelnuit Drive, PO Box 1650, Oliver, British Columbia V0H 1T2, CA
- 4887 Dorchester Road, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6N8, CA
- 2145 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0, CA
- 1499 Line 3, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0, CA
- 17403 British Columbia 97, Summerland, British Columbia V0H 1Z0, CA
- 1400 Rancher Creek Rd., Osoyoos, British Columbia V0H 1V4, CA
- 2575 Green Lake Road, Okanagan Falls, British Columbia V0H 1R0, CA
- Business categories
- Wine And Spirits
- Food and Beverage
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Arterra Wines Canada
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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As the country’s leading producer and marketer of award-winning, globally recognized Canadian and imported wines, our core purpose is what drives why we do what we do: we believe creating wine is a shared passion. Enjoying wine, a shared pleasure. WHERE WE ARE TODAY Our mission is simple – to build brands people love. In fact, seven of the top 20 brands in Canada are proudly part of the Arterra Wines Canada family…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Beverage Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Mississauga, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1874 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 80 |
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Job Description:
WHO WE ARE:
At Arterra Wines Canada, we aim to inspire the simple joys of life, and we come to work every day with a shared passion to build wine brands people love. As a pioneer in the Canadian wine industry with 150 years of experience, our success is driven by our people. We work together with integrity and pride, striving to reach our fullest potential every day, and we’re looking for people who do the same.
We are undergoing a pivotal transformation, actively in search of dynamic individuals poised to make a substantial impact within our ever-evolving organization. Are you someone who embraces change and excels in diverse roles that span across various functions? If so, we look forward to hearing from you!
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Category Manager, Procurement is responsible for developing and executing category sourcing strategies that optimize total cost of ownership while ensuring high standards of quality and reliable supply. Leads procurement activities supporting commercialization and new product development, partnering cross-functionally to enable successful product launches. Oversees inventory management to balance availability with cost efficiency and drives a robust pipeline of savings initiatives to mitigate inflationary pressures and deliver continuous value improvement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to design category strategies that align with business objectives across cost, innovation, sustainability, quality, service, and safety.
- Develop and implement comprehensive category sourcing plans that deliver value through strategic sourcing, design-to-value initiatives, and a strong pipeline of savings opportunities.
- Own end-to-end supplier lifecycle management for assigned categories, including supplier selection, onboarding, contract negotiation, performance monitoring, risk mitigation, and exit management.
- Partner with materials planning to optimize inventory levels, leading initiatives to align inventory performance with annual targets.
- Oversee supplier forecasting and onboarding activities, including demand alignment, new item setup, and pricing /catalog implementation.
- Manage monthly PPV reporting, delivering clear variance analysis, insights, and updated forecasts to support financial planning.
- Lead procurement support for product lifecycle activities, including new product development (NPD), line extensions, product changes, refurbishments, and discontinuations.
- Deliver structured procurement packaging responses through the IMB commercialization process, ensuring clear communication, cross-functional alignment, and ownership of outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with procurement core and premium guardrails, proactively escalating for alignment and approvals where required.
- Support design-to-value (DTV) initiatives by coordinating refurbishment efforts, facilitating collaboration with marketing, and enabling the introduction of new materials while minimizing packaging write-offs.
WHAT YOU BRING:
- University Designation (Business, Economics and/or Supply Chain)
- 10+ years strategic sourcing / category management experience
- CSCMP or equivalent designation
WHATE WE OFFER:
· Hybrid work model, allowing employees to balance remote and in-office work.
· Competitive Salary and Bonus.
· Benefits and Pension Plan.
· Product Allowances.
· Training & Development Programs.
· Tuition Reimbursement.
· Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility.
· A chance to explore and learn more about the Wine industry.
Compensation: Budgeted Range – $97,301.00 -$133,789.00 The budgeted range takes into account several factors and qualifications that are considered in making compensation decisions including experience, education, training, licenses, certifications, and other business and organizational requirements. Base pay is only one component of the total rewards offering at Arterra.
The budgeted range will align with qualifications, including experience, education, training, licenses, certifications, and other business and organizational requirements.
We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.
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