Job Description

Strategic Procurement - Category Specialist - 6 Months contract



We are seeking a Strategic Procurement Category Specialist (6 months' contract) to manage the sourcing of materials, goods, and services--both direct and indirect--for the Factors Group of Companies. This role is responsible for maintaining supply continuity, securing competitive pricing, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products and services from reliable suppliers. The Category Specialist will also support cash flow management, meet production and stakeholder needs, and identify opportunities for cost efficiencies. All responsibilities are carried out with a strong commitment to our seven core values, including sustainability for people, planet, and profit.



6 Month's Contract (40 hours per week)

Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (flexible); Hybrid

In this role, you will:

Develop and implement category strategies to support sourcing, cost savings, and risk mitigation. Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management for assigned categories. Drive procurement process improvements and identify cost reduction opportunities. Collaborate cross-functionally to qualify new suppliers, materials, and solutions. Monitor supplier performance and stay ahead of market trends to support strategic decisions.

You have:

A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration; a Master's or supply chain certification (APICS, SCMA) is a strong asset. 5+ years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. Expertise in Source to Pay (S2P) processes and ERP/MRP systems; strong Excel skills. Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management capabilities. A proactive, team-oriented mindset with excellent communication and organizational skills.

You get:

Great benefits (healthcare, health & personal spending accounts, wellness days, Employee & Family Assistance Program) Company provided RRSP $200.00 safety boot voucher & company provided PPE $300.00 per year to spend on company products Costco membership Employee referral bonus program

Why us?

We're much bigger than you think, 30+ natural health brands loved across North America Proudly Canadian owned & operated and a Certified B Corp company

Learn more about us here:

https://ca.naturalfactors.com/pages/our-nature



This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications. All the best!



All Internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, Internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants; however, are guaranteed at minimum a call from the Talent Acquisition team.



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This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications and a member of our team will contact you soon. All the best!



All Internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, Internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants; however, are guaranteed at minimum a call from the Talent Acquisition team.