23 Oct
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Dexterra
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Mississauga
23 Oct
Dexterra
Mississauga
**Company Description**
**WHO WE ARE**
**Dexterra Group**
(TSX: DXT) is a leading provider of support services and infrastructure support solutions across Canada and the United States.
Through our diverse businesses, we deliver facilities management, food services, remote workforce accommodations, forestry services, and other operational solutions that help organizations operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably.
For more than 80 years, Dexterra has supported clients across a wide range of industries and environments, from commercial and institutional facilities to remote worksites and natural resource operations.
We are committed to delivering exceptional service while creating meaningful opportunities for our people, clients, and communities.
That's something we're truly proud of,
**Work That Matters, People Who Care** .
**Job Description**
**What's the Job?**
**_Great sourcing is about more than getting the right price.
It's about building the right supplier partnerships, understanding the market, and finding smarter ways to create value across the business._**
We're looking for a
**Strategic Sourcing Manager**
to help do exactly that.
**What You'll Be Doing**
Working across an approximately $500M annual procurement portfolio, you'll develop and execute category strategies that strengthen supplier performance, improve efficiency and uncover opportunities for savings and added value.
You'll work across Food and Non-Food categories, partnering with suppliers and teams across the business to turn sourcing strategy into measurable results.
**Details**
As our
**Strategic Sourcing Manager** , you'll play a key role and be at the forefront of building partnerships that deliver value, quality, and performance - with a focus on
**food**
(protein, produce, grocery) and
**non-food**
(autonomous robots, janitorial, chemical) categories.
**Build category strategies**
that align with Dexterra's business priorities and evolving operational needs.
**Lead sourcing initiatives**
from RFP development and bid analysis through supplier evaluation and selection.
**Find opportunities to create value**
through cost savings, supplier rationalization, specification optimization and continuous improvement.
**Stay ahead of the market**
by analyzing industry trends, market conditions and pricing dynamics.
**Develop and negotiate supplier agreements** , including pricing, service scope and contract terms, and manage performance throughout the contract lifecycle.
**Strengthen supplier performance**
through segmentation, performance management and strategic relationship building.
**Partner across the business**
to identify synergies, leverage scale and drive procurement efficiencies nationally and internationally.
**Use data to drive decisions** , monitoring spend, supplier performance and compliance and translating insights into action.
**Manage supplier risk** , identifying potential vulnerabilities and supporting mitigation strategies for critical services and asset-based categories.
**Improve how we work**
by strengthening supply chain processes, category programs and sourcing effectiveness.
Support strong
**procurement governance and compliance**
with company policies, regulatory requirements and procurement standards.
**Qualifications**
**Who are we looking for?**
You're a sourcing qualified who can see the bigger picture while still getting into the details.
You're comfortable working with suppliers, negotiating agreements and using market and spend data to make sound business decisions.
A post-secondary degree or diploma in
**Supply Chain** , Business or Commerce, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of related experience, ideally in strategic sourcing, procurement or category management.
Experience with category-based buying and a strong understanding of supplier capabilities.
Strong negotiation, financial and presentation skills.
Solid analytical capabilities and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
The ability to build productive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders and work effectively across business units.
Robust organizational, time-management and decision-making skills.
An understanding of logistics and broadline distribution is an asset.
Experience with Food and Non-Food/Food Service Products is an asset.
**_Why Dexterra Supply Chain?_**
This is an opportunity to influence how Dexterra sources products and services across a diverse business, working with stakeholders across Canada and the US.
You'll have the opportunity to help shape category strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships and find smarter ways to deliver value across the organization.
**Additional Information**
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
Award winning
**safety**
culture.
A flexible
**hybrid**
work model.
Supportive
**team**
environment with room to grow together.
Employee Referral Program.
We are
**growing** !
Certified as a Great Place to Work 2025-2026 (https://www.greatplacetowork.ca/en/certified-company/z4870188000030537171?label=&Linked;
In=linkedin&Dexterra;=Dexterra+Group) !
**Dexterra Group**
is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors.
Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview.
**Please Note:**
we are not accepting candidates referrals from recruitment agencies.
📌 Strategic Sourcing Manager (Food & Non-Food Categories) (Mississauga)
🏢 Dexterra
📍 Mississauga