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.

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