Director, Category Management

OLG

Director of Category Management driving procurement strategies in gaming and lottery divisions at OLG. Leading sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and team development for optimal performance.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in procurement management and sourcing strategies, with a strong focus on spend analytics and supplier negotiations. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor staff, and engage with stakeholders to drive procurement excellence in the gaming and lottery sectors.

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10+ Years Sourcing Experience5+ Years Procurement Management ExperienceSpend AnalyticsProcurement Law KnowledgeNISCL/SCMA Certification

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Hard Skills

Sourcing StrategiesNegotiationSpend AnalyticsSource To Contract ProcessCompetitive Document Review

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipMentorshipStakeholder Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

NISCL CertificationSCMA Certification

Industry Keywords

Procurement ManagementGaming IndustryLottery DivisionOntario Public Sector ProcurementOLG Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting to VP Enterprise Procurement.
Direct & consult the development of complex procurement sourcing strategies for gaming and lottery divisions.
Establish priorities, process and timelines associated with all procurement activities.
Engage with procurement leadership on the development, implementation & usage of reports and insights.
Act as the first line of support from procurement to divisional end users.
Direct & consult on the overall team execution of sourcing events.
Oversee the negotiation & supporting finalization of commercial agreements with suppliers.
Participate in relevant divisional business planning and review sessions.
Lead team of direct report(s) and support ongoing development, mentorship and growth.

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years Sourcing experience.
5+ years Procurement Management Experience.
Experience with spend analytics and identifying savings opportunities.
Knowledge of Procurement Law and Ontario public sector procurement practices are an asset.
Experience in reviewing competitive documents against vendor proposals is an asset.
Sound knowledge of all OLG Operations in relation to Procurement and contractual requirements and/or government procurement would be an asset.
University Degree (Supply Chain or Business preferred).
NISCL/SCMA Certification an asset.
Knowledge of the source to contract process.
In depth knowledge of sourcing within applicable category.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Group Benefits Plan: Eligible employees and dependents have access to comprehensive, employer-paid group benefits coverage (permanent employees only).
Public Service Pension Plan: Participation in a highly desirable defined benefit pension plan.
Variable Pay Program: Participation in a performance-based incentive plan that recognizes organizational and individual achievements (permanent employees only).
Paid Time-Off: Competitive paid time-off provisions to support work-life balance and well-being.
Growth Focus: Become your best self with access to new opportunities and personalized support programs.
Comprehensive Learning: 24/7 access to robust online learning programs.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion: Core to OLG’s culture, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves and make a meaningful impact across Ontario.