Airswift is seeking a SCM Category Specialist to work with one of our O&G clients on a 1-year contract in Calgary, AB. The SCM Category Specialist will be responsible for sustaining a fit-for-purpose Category Management plan across their assigned Indirect Portfolio. The overall Indirect Category includes IT, HR, and other Corporate spend.
Accountability for contributing to the Value Creation program, driving cost reduction / avoidance and operational efficiency / effectiveness that is impactful to the P&L
Ownership of all Master Service Agreements and Corporate Contracts in their assigned portfolio
Strategic Sourcing for our Projects & Operations teams, in collaboration with the Projects SCM and the Operations SCM teams
Support in executing and organizing processes and activities in accordance with company’s SCM Policy and Standards
Requirements:
Related post-secondary education an asset
A minimum of 5-8 years of Supply Chain Management contracts experience
Experience managing a corporate IT category would be an asset
Demonstrated ability to drive supplier value creation through category management and strong post-award contract management
Experience utilizing Maximo contract software would be an asset
Collaborative mindset, willing to work alongside the subject-matter experts and Business Unit clients to drive sustainable change in our supply base
The candidate will have a successful track record of effectively progressing category management ideas through to implementation
Success in this role goes well beyond technical expertise; understanding how to build consensus across the organization and manage stakeholder relations, all while inspiring and driving change
The right candidate will be a relationship builder; able to navigate the organization and rally the appropriate corporate resources behind critical business initiatives
The candidate will demonstrate a commitment and passion for Supply Chain and the value it can drive in the energy sector