Indirect procurement leadership meets supplier performance management in Ciena’s Category Lead role, based in Ottawa. Use category expertise to improve sourcing outcomes.
This position develops and executes global strategies for indirect spend, including technical and engineering teams, Capex, and MRO. You will conduct spend and market analysis, identify suppliers, and lead sourcing through contract negotiation. The role also strengthens stakeholder relationships, compliance, reporting, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities: Execute global strategies across indirect procurement categories
Identify suppliers and process improvement opportunities through analysis
Evaluate vendors and negotiate procurement contracts
Align sourcing activities with internal business requirements




Drive continuous improvement using procurement practices and technology
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related discipline
Five or more years of indirect procurement or strategic sourcing
Three or more years of category management experience
Track record delivering cost savings and process efficiencies
Stakeholder and supplier relationship-building capability
Bring category management, sourcing analysis, and contract negotiation skills to Ciena’s indirect procurement team in Ottawa.

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📌 Indirect Procurement Category Manager (Quebec City)
🏢 Ciena Canada ULC
📍 Quebec City