Category Lead for Construction Procurement
University of Calgary • calgary, ab • Posted June 14, 2026
About the Role
Shape the future of procurement at the University of Calgary as a Category Lead for Strategic Procurement in Construction. This role focuses on strategic sourcing and offers leadership in vendor negotiations and category planning.
The University of Calgary is seeking a full-time Category Lead to oversee strategic procurement for construction and facilities maintenance. This senior role emphasizes collaboration with multiple stakeholders, leveraging market intelligence, and managing supplier relationships. You will lead a team to drive effective sourcing solutions that support the University’s operational objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
• Execute category-level sourcing and contract awards
• Perform market intelligence and spend analysis
• Negotiate with suppliers to meet value objectives
• Monitor supplier performance and identify improvements
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies
Requirements:
• University degree in Business or related field
• M...
The University of Calgary is seeking a full-time Category Lead to oversee strategic procurement for construction and facilities maintenance. This senior role emphasizes collaboration with multiple stakeholders, leveraging market intelligence, and managing supplier relationships. You will lead a team to drive effective sourcing solutions that support the University’s operational objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
• Execute category-level sourcing and contract awards
• Perform market intelligence and spend analysis
• Negotiate with suppliers to meet value objectives
• Monitor supplier performance and identify improvements
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies
Requirements:
• University degree in Business or related field
• M...