SCM Operations Category Management Advisor

We are looking for an experienced SCM Operations Category Management Advisor for a 12-month contract position, in Calgary, Alberta. Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

This position is 100% onsite in downtown Calgary. 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week. It is NOT a remote role.

Role Description

Reporting to the Manager/Sr Manager, SCM Operations Category Management, the ideal candidate 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 ideal candidate will be responsible for handling the day-to-day contract maintenance and administration in accordance with client requirements. You 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. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 the client'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 the client'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.

Required Skills and Experience

• An undergraduate degree in technical or business discipline or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of procurement or contract management experience
• 2+ 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
• Be detailed oriented and accurate
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management skills

Desired Skills and Experience

• Professional Supply Chain certification (SCMP, CSCP, CIPS, ISM)
• SAP experience

Please note that while all applications are appreciated, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

InSync Systems Inc. is a privately-owned boutique Canadian Resourcing and Consulting Services Company that works closely with a range of corporate clients across multiple industries to bring them solutions that effectively address their business needs.