Category Leader - Supply Operations & Fleet
TELUS
Category Leader - Supply Operations & Fleet
Vancouver, BC, CA, V6B 0M3 Calgary, AB, CA Toronto, ON, CA Edmonton, AB, CA
Shape the Future of TELUS Through Strategic Sourcing Excellence
Join our Team - Be the Catalyst for Change
Are you ready to revolutionize procurement at Canada's leading telecom company? At TELUS, we're not just filling a position – we're seeking a visionary leader to transform our Supply Operations and Fleet management. In 2024, our procurement innovations led to a 15% cost reduction across the board. Imagine what we could achieve with your expertise in 2025 and beyond
What you’ll do
- Spearhead multi-million dollar strategic sourcing initiatives, directly impacting TELUS's bottom line
- Pioneer AI-driven solutions in supply chain management, setting new industry standards
- Cultivate partnerships with global brands, turning vendors into strategic allies
- Mentor a diverse team of procurement professionals, fostering the next generation of industry leaders
- Drive sustainable practices in our supply chain, aligning with TELUS's commitment to environmental stewardship
What you bring
- Bachelor's degree with a track record of procurement excellence
- Masterful communication skills that influence C-suite decisions
- Data-driven mindset with a knack for turning insights into action
- Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects to success
- Adaptability to thrive in our fast-paced, ever-evolving industry
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Great-to-haves
- Experience with cutting-edge procurement technologies (AI, blockchain, predictive analytics)
- MBA or professional certification in Supply Chain & Procurement
- Multilingual capabilities, especially English and French
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Why TELUS is your next career move
- Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy our flexible hybrid work model tailored to your lifestyle
- Tech at Your Fingertips: Get hands-on with state-of-the-art AI and automation tools
- Diversity Champions: Be part of a team that celebrated a 40% increase in diverse hires last year
- Growth Opportunities: Access personalized development plans and mentorship programs
- Impactful Work: Your decisions will shape the experiences of millions of TELUS customers
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Our TELUS Culture: Where You Belong
We're not just colleagues; we're a community united by our passion for innovation and customer-centricity. Our "can-do" attitude has led to groundbreaking solutions, like our AI-powered inventory management system that reduced waste by 30% in 2024.
Location: Flexible – choose from our vibrant offices or embrace remote work
Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. In addition, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:
- Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
- Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both
- Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
- Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
- Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
- And much more …
Please note that the compensation shown in the job posting may be subject to change in 2025.
A bit about us
We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.
You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.
Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.
People & Culture, Finance and Corporate Affairs
Across People & Culture, Finance and Corporate Affairs, we are the diverse and talented team responsible for making sure TELUS is managed as a world-leading organization.
We are honoured to be recognized
82%
2023 engagement score
140,000+
Team members worldwide
12
# of years voted One of Canada’s Best Corporate Citizens
Accessibility
TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.