CTC’s Merchandising Procurement objective is to maximize the value CTC receives for its merchandising spend on a sustainable basis. Since 2013, Procurement has supported the delivery of over $500 MM in COGS reduction benefits.


The core pillars to delivering on Procurement’s objective are:
+ CTC has best-in-class procurement capabilities in Canadian retail, all to improve our COGS position in the marketplace.
+ CTC has productive vendor relationships. We understand the global vendor landscape, align with qualified vendors, and collaborate to optimize our business. We are a trusted, strategic growth partner driving the sustainable productive growth of both ourselves and our total vendor portfolio.



Leading a team of approximately 25 people, the AVP Merchandise Procurement and Vendor Engagement is responsible for the development and execution of the strategies and tactics required to deliver these pillars. Working closely with Merchandising and the...