Job description
Posting End Date:
April 04, 2023
Employee Type:
Regular-Full time
Union/Non:
This is a non-union position
At Enbridge, our core values of safety, integrity, respect, and inclusion drive our mission to support and improve the communities in which we live and work. We put people first and strive to make our communities better places.
We are excited to welcome a Specialist Category Management onto the team! Have you been accountable for long-term strategy development and implementation of a category of like services, materials and/or equipment to achieve lower total cost ownership and higher value to your organization- strategically for high spend suppliers within Fleet? If so, then we encourage you to apply!
While in this vital role, you will develop, implement, and manage category strategies that mitigate risk and deliver competitive advantage for Enbridge- in particular with regard to our high spend suppliers. If you are excited for an opportunity to be responsible for ongoing supplier relationship management (SRM) for priority agreements and relationships, then we look forward to hearing from you.
What you will do:
Ensure assigned category(ies) are procured in a manner which mitigates risk and provides the highest overall total value to Enbridge through:
- Internal Stakeholder Management:
- Develop and maintain a network of partners to gain input into demand planning and forecasting, assist in strategy development, advocate the use of the negotiated contracts and influence strategy implementation.
- Market Intelligence (MI) & Cost Modelling and sourcing:
- with assistance from the Analyst, Category Management, maintain company-wide demand profiles and external supply and demand MI information.
- interpret MI to drive category strategies and provide direction to customers (i.e., raising changes in market conditions which could have an impact to cost or schedule);
- understand the marketplace for assigned category(ies), including industry structure and new and non-traditional suppliers.
- with assistance from the Analyst, Category Management, build cost models, identifying value and cost drivers, to work towards better understanding of costs and results during supplier negotiations.
- Development and implementation of category strategies:
- lead cross-functional teams to build comprehensive category strategies using market intelligence, demand management, sustainability, supplier diversity and total cost of ownership, with follow through metrics as required to assure performance, supply continuity, and manage risk.
- complete sourcing strategies, from proposal development and solicitation to contract negotiation, to recommending solutions and contract execution.
- drive contract utilization with effective implementation plans, metrics, and reporting.
- Supplier Relationship Management (SRM):
- handle SRM activities through the relationship lifecycle including segmentation, governance, performance management, value engineering, etc.
- lead the supplier base, develop new suppliers, and improve and strengthen current relationships.
- support supplier discussions related to negotiations or issues pertaining to the contract terms.
- partner with suppliers to conduct cost assessments with the goal of reducing costs and identifying improvements.
Who you are:
You have:
- 7+ years of progressively responsible and related experience in the SCM field, preferably in a field related to the category (ies) managed along with a university degree in Finance, Business, Economics or a related field
You can:
- Show validated experience negotiating substantially large commercial agreements in addition to the ability to monitor and manage supplier relationships and performance with minimal supervision
You are:
- An excellent written and verbal communicator with strong presentation and interpersonal skills who also possesses strong influencing and persuasive talents
The following are considered assets:
- A postgraduate qualification or MBA
- Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP)/Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) designation or equivalent
Working Conditions:
- Work performed in typical office environment
- Stress levels can be above normal as the work is highly visible and deadline oriented. Numerous, often competing interests must be managed concurrently while negotiating/influencing.
- Enbridge provides competitive workplace programs that differentiate us and offer flexibility to our team members. Enbridge’s FlexWork (Hybrid Work Model) offers eligible employees the opportunity to work variable daily schedules with a flexible start and end time, to opt for a compressed workweek schedule, and the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays. Role requirements determine your eligibility for each option or combination of options. #LI-Hybrid #joinourteam
Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:
Grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office) include but are not limited to:
Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.
Diversity and inclusion are important to us. Enbridge is an
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous/Native American status, or disability. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting
careers@enbridge.com
.
Information For Applicants:
- Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
- We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
- Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.
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