Category Analyst

PM2 Planning and Program Analyst 2

Public Service Delivery – Procurement Services, Procurement and Supply Chain – Winnipeg MB

Salary: PM2 $ 70,149.00 - $90,480.00 per year

Closing Date:
June 28, 2026

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

• Research and analyze category management strategies, providing results to cross‑functional teams.
• Execute category management strategies within cross‑functional teams.
• Develop, maintain and enhance Manitoba’s approach to the supply market.
• Contribute to category strategies and forecasting activities.
• Research and assess new market entrants and non‑traditional suppliers.
• Perform detailed analysis on categories to understand market trends, cost drivers, suppliers and best practices.
• Lead tendering process including development of RFx, evaluation, negotiation and award.
• Provide technical procurement expertise to stakeholders, based on internal and external research.

• Post‑secondary education in Business, Supply Chain or a related field, or completion of a professional procurement designation. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Experience with in public procurement cycles, tendering, evaluation strategy, supplier selection, contract award and contract management.
• Experience working with and/or a thorough understanding of category management methodologies and processes, with the ability to apply tools and approaches, including experience with spend analysis, supply market structures and value levers.
• Experience with basic project management tools and techniques to plan and project manage implementation of strategic source plans.
• Strong research and analysis skills, including the ability to gather and synthesize market, supplier, category, and internal data.
• Understanding of different methods of supplier relationship management and the ability to identify and implement the most appropriate approach.
• Experience negotiating internally and externally with suppliers, with the ability to apply a process to structured negotiations.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to present and explain complex information.
• Excellent written communication skills, including experience writing a variety of documents and reports for various audiences.
• Effective time management and demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and consistency, with ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.

• Understanding of trade agreements and provincial legislation as it relates to public procurement.

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

• Attractive salaries
• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long‑term disability plan

• Employer‑paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time‑off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity and adoptive leave options

• In‑house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

• We value a work environment that recognizes and embraces diversity and provides a supportive culture for all employees.

• As a public servant, your work contributes to the province’s service delivery and the well‑being of Manitobans.