Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
09/11/2026
Worker Type:
Permanent
Language(s) Required:
English
Term Duration (in months):
Salary Range (plus eligible to receive a performance based incentive, applicable to position) :
$107,780 - $145,820
Why FCC?
At FCC, we’re proud to be 100% invested in Canadian agriculture and food. As a federal Crown corporation, we provide financing, knowledge resources and business management software to over 103,000 customers nationwide.
Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
Competitive total rewards packages: market-aligned and performance-based salary and incentive programs, flexible and comprehensive group benefit and savings plans, and well-being support through benefits and wellness programs
Purpose-driven work: We build strong relationships, share knowledge and support the people who feed the world
Growth: Learning and development opportunities to help you thrive
Hybrid work options
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How you’ll make an impact
As a Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you'll lead procurement and category management activities for assigned spend categories, helping FCC maximize value, manage supplier risks and strengthen vendor partnerships. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to develop sourcing strategies that support business objectives.
We’re looking for a strategic procurement professional who enjoys building relationships, solving complex business challenges and creating value through effective sourcing strategies. Someone who’s curious, a strong communicator and has the ability to influence stakeholders and vendors alike.
If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy balancing strategy with execution, this could be the role for you.
What you’ll do
- Lead category management strategies for assigned goods and services
- Develop and execute sourcing and go-to-market plans
- Identify and manage supplier and third-party risks
- Partner with stakeholders to align procurement activities with business priorities
- Lead supplier selection, negotiations and contract management activities
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and value
- Support procurement policies, procedures and best practices
- Build strong relationships with vendors and industry partners
What you’ll bring to the team
Required qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, economics, supply chain management or a related field
- Minimum eight years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain management or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Strong knowledge of category management, strategic sourcing and contract management
- Experience developing and executing procurement strategies
- Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and third-party risk
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Industry-recognized procurement or supply chain management certification
Preferred qualifications
- MBA or other advanced degree
- Professional designation such as SCMP, CPSM or equivalent
- Experience leading complex category management initiatives – ideally in the Facilities area
- Knowledge of procurement best practices in large organizations
- Bilingualism (English and French) is a strong asset .
Not sure you meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway.
You belong here
At FCC, we’re committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace – one that reflects the communities where we live, work and play. Our team is made stronger through diversity, and we’re dedicated to building a workforce that brings together a range of backgrounds, abilities and perspectives.
We encourage qualified applicants to apply, including members of these four employment equity groups:
• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minority groups
• Persons with disabilities
• Women
Accessibility and accommodations
To support an inclusive and accessible candidate experience, we encourage anyone needing an adjustment or accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process to email us at: [email protected] . An HR partner will respond and work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation. Information received in relation to accommodation requests will not impact hiring decisions.
