Supply Chain Management Category Advisor

  • Type: Full Time
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Supply Chain Management Category Advisor 

  • Pay Rate: $56.68/hour, depending on experience
  • Contract Length: 1 year 
  • Location: Calgary, Alberta 

Raise is currently hiring a Supply Chain Management Category Advisor on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Our Client, the third largest producer of Canadian oil and natural gas and the second largest refiner and upgrader with extensive midstream and downstream infrastructure.

Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.

Description 

Reporting to the Sr Manager, SCM Operations Category Management, in this role will be assigned Category portfolios to manage and will be responsible for the lifecycle of the contracts within the portfolio. This includes the development of the strategy for the category in consultation with various stakeholders, the execution of the agreed strategy, and the post-award performance management of the contracts. The incumbent will be responsible for handling the day-to-day contract maintenance and administration in accordance with requirements.

The SCM Operations Category Management will also support the broader Operations Category Management team on contract administration requirements, including but not limited to RFx creation, contract creation (documentation as well as system), data analysis, system support for Ariba, SAP & performance reporting.

This role will support Category initiatives for Upstream and Downstream across North America.

Responsibilities

  • This role will include informal leadership guidance from Category Managers (Specialists and Sr Advisors) as part of the day-to-day activities in supporting the Operations Category Management team.
  • Core activities:
  • Ownership and management of Categories through the lifecycle including cost modeling, pricing & supplier analysis, and portfolio segmentation.
  • Execute sourcing initiatives per the annual plan, and ensure all supporting activities are in accordance with 's processes.
  • Manage categories including the development of strategies, pre-qualifications of suppliers, development of RFx initiatives, bid evaluations, negotiations, award, and post-award management.
  • Post-award contract management including contract changes, facilitation of KPI meetings, dispute resolution, claims management, and contract close-outs.
  • Ensure all documentation is stored in the appropriate Contract Management Systems in accordance with ’s requirements.
  • Liaise and consult with Business and subject matter experts (SMEs) from Legal, Risk Management, HSE, QA/QC, etc. in support of pre and post-award commercial activities.
  • Provide guidance and peer assistance to other staff team members.
  • Support SCM Business Value Methodology and strategic objectives.
  • Support the business for reviewing of supplier performance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Competencies
    • Organizational Competencies Technical Competencies (Assets)
    • Forward thinking • Supply Chain Management process
    • Change agility • Category Management experience
    • Develops potential • Ariba for sourcing and contract storage
    • Communicates effectively • SAP systems for P2P process
    • Works collaboratively • Microsoft Office products
    • Technical professional skills • Sourcing activities related to contracting
    • Drives for results • Negotiations
    • Contract management & risk management

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of procurement or contract management experience
  • 4+ years of previous experience in category management
  • Strong proficiency with MS Office, especially MS Word and Excel
  • Excellent understanding of sourcing and contracting lifecycle
  • Foundational understanding of P2P, Master Data objects and Master Data Governance
  • Financial business acumen and knowledge; data analytics and visualization tools
  • Education and skills 
    • An undergraduate degree in technical or business discipline or equivalent experience
    • Professional Supply Chain certification (SCMP, CSCP, CIPS, ISM) would be an asset for this role
    • SAP experience would be an asset for this role 
  • Be detailed oriented and accurate
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong time management skills

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