Procurement Category Manager, Subcontractor Services

The Category Manager, Subcontractor Services is responsible for governing subcontractor spend across the organization by maintaining commercial agreements, managing supplier rate cards within Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), and approving subcontractor purchase orders in accordance with Procurement policies, Schedule of Authority (SOA), and approved commercial terms.

The role serves as the primary Procurement authority for subcontractor categories, ensuring pricing compliance, supplier performance, spend visibility, and adherence to negotiated agreements. The Category Manager acts as a strategic business partner to Operations, Finance, and Project teams while driving cost optimization and commercial governance.

The expected annual salary for this position is in the range of $95,000 - $105,000 based on the richness and diversity of the candidate's experience, training, skills, and internal equity. The final hourly rate may vary depending on the successful candidate's profile.

YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

Subcontractor PO Approval & Governance

• Review and approve subcontractor purchase orders on behalf of Procurement.
• Validate that requested rates align with approved supplier agreements and D365 rate cards.
• Ensure compliance with Schedule of Authority (SOA) requirements and delegated approval limits.
• Verify appropriate supplier selection based on approved vendor strategies.
• Monitor and prevent policy circumvention through PO splitting or unauthorized pricing.
• Escalate non-compliant requests to Procurement leadership as required.
• Support implementation and enforcement of category-based approval workflows within D365.

D365 Rate Card Administration

• Maintain all subcontractor pricing structures within Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Create and manage activity-based rate cards by supplier, region, and service category.
• Update pricing following contract renewals, negotiations, or market adjustments.
• Ensure D365 catalog items accurately reflect approved services and unit rates.
• Coordinate with Operations and Finance to ensure proper coding and reporting structures.
• Validate system pricing against executed agreements and approved amendments.

Supplier Agreements Management

• Lead development, negotiation, renewal, and maintenance of subcontractor agreements.
• Ensure all contracts contain appropriate commercial, insurance, legal, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Track agreement expiration dates and renewal requirements.
• Maintain contract repository and associated documentation.
• Support Legal and Risk Management during contract reviews.
• Ensure commercial terms are properly reflected within D365 purchasing processes.

Category Management & Strategic Sourcing

• Develop and execute subcontractor category strategies.
• Analyze spend, market trends, and supplier performance.
• Identify consolidation, rebate, and savings opportunities.
• Support RFP, RFQ, and vendor qualification activities.
• Establish preferred supplier programs by region and service type.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve cost visibility and procurement efficiency.

Performance, Reporting & Analytics

• Monitor subcontractor spend against budgets and negotiated agreements.
• Develop category performance dashboards and KPI reporting.
• Analyze supplier utilization, pricing trends, and compliance metrics.
• Support monthly and quarterly business reviews with key suppliers.
• Provide recommendations for pricing optimization and supplier rationalization.

THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional designation such as SCMP, CPSM, CPSD, or equivalent is considered an asset.
• 5+ years of Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, or Supply Chain experience.
• Experience managing subcontractor or contractor service categories.
• Experience negotiating commercial agreements and vendor contracts.
• Strong understanding of purchase order controls and approval governance.
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Strong commercial and contract negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of procurement governance and approval processes.
• Excellent analytical and financial acumen.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across Operations, Finance, Legal, and Executive teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with supplier performance management and strategic sourcing methodologies.

IS THIS YOU? WE LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING YOUR APPLICATION!

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AT TELECON, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GOT YOU COVERED.

What we have to offer:

• Industry-leading healthcare – possibility of Dental plan with employee participation
• RRSP program with matching company contribution
• Employee assistance program – if you are feeling stressed, having sleep problems, or worrying about your budget you can have help anytime, anywhere and it is all confidential
• Employee perks such as discounts from suppliers on various products and services such as insurance, wireless bundles, movie tickets, travel, software, books, and much more

Here are the extras that make the difference:

• A dynamic work environment where you can develop your potential – Training provided for technical positions
• Health & Safety first: this is our number one priority
• Telecon values different views and new ideas. Telecon is committed to providing a fair, inclusive, equitable, accessible, and respectful workplace to all independent of age, gender, race, beliefs, or background.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, we will be glad to provide accommodations upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

WELCOME TO TELECON

We Connect People. We Connect the World.

Our mission is to be the most innovative and valued communications infrastructure services partner to our customers, enabling them to play a key role in the transformation of infrastructure. From a regional telecom network builder in 1967 in Quebec (Canada), Telecon has grown into a world-class industry-leading telecom network design, locate, infrastructure and connectivity services provider. We deliver diversified and scalable best-in-class services and turnkey solutions to North American telecom operators and businesses. Our highly skilled team is firmly committed to supporting our customers in propelling tomorrow’s connectivity in our communities, businesses and homes.

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