ResponsibilitiesEnsure signage required for line reviews or in‑store marketing initiatives is procured effectively to achieve optimal cost savings.Provide day‑to‑day oversight, cross‑functional coordination, escalation leadership, and executive reporting across Canadian Tire Retail and Party City.Liaise with In‑Store Marketing & POP Line Review teams to determine signage requirements.Provide comprehensive sourcing and procurement support to ensure all procurement spend is executed through contracts when possible, increasing cost effectiveness.Coach and oversee analysts in forecasting, vendor KPI and performance reporting, updating the POP Guide, and tracking contract compliance.Act as the primary point of contact for escalations from the In‑Store Marketing or POP Line Review teams to resolve vendor issues and remove blockers swiftly.Partner with the Manager to drive strategic initiatives, savings targets, document processes and procedures, and continuously improve POP procurement ways of working.Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs, upcoming initiatives, and competing priorities, delivering procurement timelines, scope, and service expectations.Ensure ordering is executed through an accurate POP Guide or that net‑new POP requirements are appropriately sourced and tracked.Work closely with Non‑Merch procurement on source‑to‑contract reporting and analysis.Consolidate analysts' inputs into clear, executive‑ready updates, highlighting key insights, risks, and recommended actions.Monitor performance (service, cost, timelines), surfacing risks, variances, and savings opportunities with recommended actions.Provide analysis to support budgeting, forecasting,



and operational planning.Report to the Merchandising Best Practices Dealer Committee.Develop the supplier base and support strategic vendor management, including performance reviews, issue resolution, and alignment to contract terms.Participate in negotiations and vendor governance meetings to reinforce expectations, track commitments, and drive accountability.Analyze and monitor market and supply chain, determining plans to mitigate risks such as tariffs.Qualifications6–8 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or related retail operations.Strong knowledge of retail signage is an asset.Working knowledge of procurement processes, contract fundamentals, and vendor performance management.Proven ability to develop KPIs and vendor scorecards to track and enhance performance.Solid financial and analytical acumen to support strategic sourcing initiatives.Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams through ambiguity and competing priorities.Proven experience consolidating data into concise insights and presenting to leadership.Demonstrated problem‑solving, escalation, and decision‑making skills.Comfort working in a fast‑paced, multi‑project environment with tight timelines and multiple stakeholders.SalaryBroadband Salary Range: $64,000 – $106,000 CAD. The typical hiring range is between $64,000 and $85,000, with compensation reviewed to ensure alignment with market rate and the unique value you bring.BenefitsComprehensive benefits and retirement programs.Performance incentives.Continuing education programs.Other perks to support your well‑being.Career growth opportunities and product discounts.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Consultant, Pop Procurement - C$64,000 - C$106,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Canadian Tire
📍 Winnipeg