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Unified Purchasing Group (Canada) Inc.

Procurement Category Manager

Vaughan, ON, Canada

Full-time

Within 25 km of Markham · About 24.2 km from the city centre

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 22, 2026
Experience: 5–7 years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience
Posted: Oct 23, 2026

Original job description

Procurement Category Manager

Hybrid | Vaughan, Ontario | Permanent

We’re looking for an experienced procurement professional to join UPGC as our Procurement Category Manager.

This role is ideal for someone who combines strong sourcing and negotiation skills with hands-on project management experience. You’ll lead procurement activities across assigned categories, with a focus on CAPEX, equipment sourcing, supplier performance, cost optimization, and supply continuity.

About UPGC

UPGC is a Canadian company supporting three iconic brands: KFC, Taco Bell & Pizza Hut! We’re a small but mighty team leading the purchasing and distribution of goods and services supplied to our franchisee restaurants.

What You’ll Do

Lead end-to-end sourcing, including RFPs, analysis, negotiations, and execution
Source equipment and related assets to support operational and strategic needs
Develop and execute category and sourcing strategies
Manage supplier relationships, performance, and business reviews
Identify cost-saving, innovation, and process improvement opportunities
Monitor market trends, pricing, risks, and supply continuity
Manage multiple procurement projects from sourcing through execution
Support budgets, forecasts, AOP planning, and leadership reporting
Partner with brands, franchise partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Travel domestically as required for supplier visits, negotiations, and industry events

What You Bring

5–7 years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience
Strong sourcing, negotiation, supplier management, and project management skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Experience in food service, food manufacturing, restaurant, or consumer goods is preferred
QSR equipment sourcing experience is an asset
Business degree/diploma or equivalent experience
SCMA, SCMP, or equivalent designation is an asset

Compensation & Benefits

$90,000–$105,000, based on experience, plus bonus eligibility, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work environment.

Our Recruitment Process

This is an existing position within UPGC and is not a newly created role.

At UPGC, we do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, rank, or select candidates during our recruitment process. Applications are reviewed by people.

UPGC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

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Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end sourcing and category strategies, including RFPs, negotiations, equipment procurement, supplier performance, and cost optimization. Manage procurement projects and supply continuity while supporting planning and reporting and collaborating with brands, franchise partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Requires 5–7 years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience, with strong sourcing, negotiation, supplier management, project management, analytical, and communication skills. A business degree or diploma, or equivalent experience, is required; food service or consumer goods experience is preferred, while QSR equipment sourcing and an SCMA, SCMP, or equivalent designation are assets.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing
Negotiation
Category Management
Supplier Management
Project Management
Cost Optimization
RFP Management
Equipment Sourcing
Market Analysis
Risk Management
Supply Continuity
Budgeting and Forecasting
Stakeholder Relationship Building
Analytical Skills
Process Improvement

Benefits

Bonus Eligibility
Comprehensive Benefits
Hybrid Work Environment

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Keywords

Procurement
Category Management
Strategic Sourcing
RFP
Negotiations
CAPEX
Equipment Sourcing
Supplier Performance
Supplier Relationships
Cost Optimization
Supply Continuity
Category Strategies
Sourcing Strategies
Market Trends
Pricing
Risk Management
Project Management
Budgeting
Forecasting
AOP Planning
Leadership Reporting
Food Service
Food Manufacturing
Restaurant
Consumer Goods
QSR Equipment
SCMA
SCMP

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