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Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We are seeking a high-impact Strategic Sourcing Manager - Facilities Maintenance that is a self-starter with executive presence who can thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment and is confident, credible and capable of influencing across all levels of the organization.

You will be accountable for driving sourcing initiatives end-to-end, from strategy development and business / finance alignment through to execution across a complex portfolio of maintenance programs in support of our grocery retail locations and distribution centers nationally.

The purpose of the position is to deliver measurable value by reducing total cost, increasing operational efficiency, mitigating supplier risk, and embedding sustainability innovations. This role leverages world-class category management, deep facilities management expertise across multiple categories, advanced strategic sourcing skills, digital platforms (i.e. SAP Ariba Sourcing, Facilities Management software, etc.), and supplier relationship management (SRM) processes to enable business success.

Here’s Where You’ll Be Focusing On Own management of indirect spend across designated lines of business:

• Own strategic sourcing projects end-to-end through identification of opportunities, building strategies and delivering measurable results.
• Develop trust-based relationships with various stakeholders such as Real Estate and Construction, Store Operations, Finance, etc.
• Provide market insights and supplier innovations to support business growth.
• Partner with the business unit’s and suppliers to drive process improvements and demand management.
• Strong knowledge of retail indirect categories such as maintenance, renovations, services, sustainability, etc.

Assess, Track And Drive Category Analysis

• Conduct ongoing market intelligence, category analysis and strategy refresh to improve facilities management operations.
• Develop baseline cost models, including total cost of ownership, technical specifications, and historical cost trends.
• Document departmental requirements for services/equipment supporting business objectives.
• Identify viable sources of supply capable of meeting those requirements and perform necessary due diligence including supplier site visits.
• Work closely with the COE team to incorporate supplier relationship management (SRM) frameworks, KPIs and scorecards.

Lead the category strategic sourcing process for designated lines of business:

• Develop and present strategic sourcing strategies, evaluate key levers, drive change management and influence stakeholders to adopt sourcing strategies.
• Execute the strategic sourcing process including RFQs, RFIs, and RFPs.
• Lead complex supplier negotiations and contracting.
• Build decision matrices to drive objective recommendations for the business units.
• Finalize and implement agreements, ensuring compliance and finance tracked savings flow through.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for break-fix maintenance services, including HVAC, sanitation, electrical and structural repairs.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, establish long term partnerships, and ensure competitive pricing and service reliability.

What You Have To Offer

• Seasoned facilities maintenance sourcing expertise across categories including refrigeration, building & grounds, HVAC, plumbing, doors & entry systems, food preparation equipment, cleaning/janitorial services, fire and safety, waste management equipment, electrical, material handling equipment, lighting, security, communications systems, checkout equipment, signage, parking lots, roofs, and other critical maintenance programs.
• Must have strong retail sourcing maintenance and services experience (prefer grocery retail) with proven strategy execution.
• In depth knowledge of the Canadian supplier landscape.
• SAP Ariba expertise or familiarity with other platforms that have similar workflows (sourcing, guided sourcing, and contracting).
• Advanced category management and supplier relationship management (SRM) experience, including QBRs and supplier performance reviews.
• Excellent presentation skills, able to deliver executive-ready communications.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills for financial modeling, dashboards, and strategy storytelling.
• An Undergraduate Degree and a minimum of 8 years of business experience in a purchasing, merchandising or retail environment.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset as the candidate will be expected to collaborate with peers in other provinces and provide support to Sobeys employees across Canada.
• Demonstrated Ability to:
• Build strategic relationships with cross functional leaders.
• Work independently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects with different life cycles while maintaining high standards of accuracy, timeliness, and stakeholder engagement.
• Formulate savings initiatives and operating plans to achieve cost targets.
• Drive best practices in sourcing and supplier management.

Who We Are We started in a small town in Nova Scotia but we are now in communities of all sizes across this great country. With over 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces, you may know us as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drug Stores or another of our great banners but we are all one extended family.

Our family of 128,000 employees and franchise affiliates share a collective passion for delivering exceptional shopping experiences and amazing food to all our customers. Our mission is to nurture the things that make life better – great experiences, families, communities, and our employees. We are a family nurturing families.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is fuelled by our purpose and values. It shapes our culture and drives business success. As a family nurturing families, we embed DE&I into everything we do. We know that it takes open minds and respect for distinct perspectives to create engaging workplaces, inclusive customer experiences and strong community partnerships. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.

What We Offer Our Total Rewards package is designed to help our teammates thrive—physically, financially, and emotionally. While offerings vary by role and employment type (full-time, part-time, contractual), eligible teammates may receive:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package with health and dental coverage, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Access to Virtual Health Care and an Employee and Family Assistance Program for personalized support.
• Retirement and Savings Plan to help you build financial security.
• 10% In-Store Discount at participating banners, plus additional discount programs.
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you the opportunity to invest in the company’s success.
• Learning and Development Resources to support your career growth.
• Parental Leave Top-Up to assist growing families.
• Paid Vacation and Days Off to help you recharge.

Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity—including expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required —please click the “I’m interested” button above. Individual Compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.

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To drive our commitment to team collaboration and the overall success of our office culture we require our teammates to have the ability to adhere to a hybrid work model that requires your presence at one of our office locations at least three days per week.

If you feel that this describes the kind of work you want to do and you are excited about what Sobeys has to offer, then please apply by the posting end date indicated above. We encourage candidates to submit a resume and take the time to ensure that their application highlights what makes them uniquely qualified for this opportunity!

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.