Job Description

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Category Management Specialist, Lumber on a permanent basis on our Home and Building Solutions (HABS) team. This position is a hybrid opportunity and is based in Saskatoon, SK.


Join a fast-paced team supporting lumber procurement and distribution across Western Canada. In this role, you'll help manage inventory, negotiate supply agreements, and set competitive pricing for local Co-ops. You'll analyze market trends, forecast purchasing needs, and provide insights to support sales and margin targets. Collaboration with vendors, merchants, and zone teams is key, along with leveraging data tools to guide strategy. If this role interests you, apply today!

What you'll do:

Manage inventory for two lumber distribution centers, including forecasting, purchasing, and market trend analysis. Develop and deliver sales forecasts to internal stakeholders to support strategic planning and financial modeling across the CRS. Negotiate vendor pricing and supply agreements, ensuring optimal purchasing timelines and market conditions. Maintain vendor contracts and pricing programs, providing regular updates and support to local Co-ops. Track market pricing and industry trends, delivering daily insights and reports to guide quoting, selling, and strategic decisions.

Who you'll work with:

Team:

You will work closely with Senior Buying Associates and Lumber Products Supervisor and directly with the lumber hubs and will report into the Building Products Merchant. This team strives to cultivate a culture that is collaborative, data driven. And growth oriented.

Collaborators:

You will provide support and information to CRS retail and supplier contacts and work closely with Building Products Merchant to ensure alignment with the overall HABS goals and expectations throughout the CRS. You will provide guidance to the HABS zone Lumber Advisor and Home Office building products procurement teams.

Why it matters:

Our team helps to build Western Canadian communities by providing leadership to Co-op Home Centres that benefits local consumers and contractors.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Category Management and:


Have 3-5 years' experience in retail/wholesale hardware or building materials industry. Have a University Degree in Commerce (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered). Are extremely well organized, strong communicator, customer service oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office.

What we offer:

Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan. Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member. As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via fclhr@fcl.crs. All information received will be kept confidential.


If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by September 25, 2025.


We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.


As this position is considered a position of trust, you may be required to complete a criminal record check in accordance with FCL policies.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We're working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.