SCM Operations Category Management Advisor

We are looking for an SCM Category Management Advisor for a 12-month contract position, with possible extensions 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/Senior Manager, SCM Operations Category Management, the Contract SCM Analyst is responsible for managing assigned category portfolios and related work throughout the full contract lifecycle. Responsibilities may include developing category strategies in consultation with stakeholders, executing approved strategies, and managing post-award contract performance. The role also includes day-to-day contract administration and maintenance. The successful candidate will support the broader Operations Category Management team with contract administration activities, including: RFx creation and execution, Contract development and system setup, Data analysis and reporting, Ariba and SAP system support, Performance reporting.

This position supports Category Management initiatives for both Upstream and Downstream operations across North America.

Responsibilities

This role receives informal leadership and guidance from Category Managers, Specialists, and Senior Advisors while supporting the Operations Category Management team.

• Manage assigned categories and work scopes throughout the entire lifecycle, including:
• Cost modeling
• Pricing analysis
• Supplier analysis
• Scope assessment
• Execute sourcing initiatives in accordance with the annual sourcing plan and Company procurement processes.
• Manage category strategies, including:
• Supplier pre-qualification
• RFx development and execution
• Bid evaluations
• Negotiations
• Contract awards
• Post-award management
• Perform post-award contract management activities, including:
• Contract amendments and changes
• KPI review meetings
• Dispute resolution
• Claims management
• Contract close-outs
• Ensure all contract documentation is accurately maintained within approved Contract Management Systems.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), including:
• Legal
• Risk Management
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)
• Support SCM Business Value Methodology and strategic objectives.
• Assist the business in evaluating supplier performance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in a technical or business discipline, or equivalent related experience
• Minimum 5 years of procurement or contract management experience
• Minimum 2 years of category management experience
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
• Strong understanding of the sourcing and contracting lifecycle
• Foundational knowledge of:
• Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes
• Master Data objects
• Master Data Governance
• Strong financial and business acumen
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills

Desired Skills and Experience

• Professional Supply Chain certification, such as: SCMP, CSCP, CIPS, ISM, SAP experience
• Supply Chain Management processes
• Category Management experience
• Ariba sourcing and contract management systems
• SAP Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Sourcing and contracting experience
• Negotiation skills
• Contract management
• Risk management

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.