Sr Specialist Category Management

Posting End Date: October 03, 2024 Employee Type: Regular-Full time Union/Non: This is a non-union position Do you consider yourself as an expert in Category Management with excellent experience in wind turbines, gas turbines, and other rotating equipment? Read on! Seeking a Senior Specialist Category Management responsible for long-term strategy development and implementation of complex categories of like services, materials and/or equipment including wind turbines, gas turbines, pumps, and compressors toachieve lower total cost of ownership and higher value for Enbridge. In this role you will lead the development and implementation of complex category strategies that mitigate risk and deliver competitive advantage for Enbridge. We offer opportunities for growth, a competitive benefits and pension plan, and generous time off. Apply today, wed love to hear from you! What you will do: Develop and maintain a network of stakeholders to gain input into demand planning and forecasting, assist in strategy development, advocate the use of the negotiated contracts and influence strategy implementation. Interpret market intelligence to drive category strategies and provide direction to stakeholders (i.e. raising changes in market conditions which could have an impact to cost or schedule); Understand the marketplace for assigned categories, including industry structure and new and non-traditional suppliers; Build cost models identifying value and cost drivers to drive for better understanding of costs and results during supplier negotiations. Apply a broad and deep subject matter expertise in category management, market dynamics, and economic and industry trends impacting Enbridge to support the development of appropriate category strategies; Execute sourcing strategies from proposal development and solicitation to contract negotiation, to recommending solutions and contract execution; Manage the supplier base, develop new suppliers, and improve and strengthen current relationships. Work with suppliers to develop and implement innovative supply solutions that drive value beyond sourcing. Who you are: Technical, sourcing, sales, or contracting experience with wind turbines University degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible and related experience in the SCM field. A combination of education and experience may also be considered. Develop contract negotiation plans and ensures line of sight for senior management throughout the process of key initiatives. Ability to plan and prioritize routine and ad hoc tasks so as to reach established objectives. Strong interpersonal, analytical, technical and problem solving skills. Attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision. As various assignments are carried out with considerable independence, the incumbent is expected to take initiative in planning and seeking out information. Mastery of negotiation, negotiation planning and influence techniques. Writing skills for contractual clauses and statements of work. Proven ability to build relationships and obtain buy-in with stakeholders as a trusted advisor. Experience leading negotiations with incumbent and potential suppliers; experience leading the supplier selection process across multiple subsets of categories with various scope and client stakeholder groups. Demonstrated ability to be innovative, take initiative, lead and manage change. Ability to monitor and manage supplier relationships and performance without supervision. Working Condition: Offices based withmoderate travel within Canada and United States Enbridge provides competitive workplace programs that differentiate us and offer flexibility to our team members. Enbridges 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. 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. To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com 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.