Category Buyer

MEG Energy; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MEG Energy is seeking a detail-oriented Category Buyer to enhance its Supply Chain Management team. This contractor role offers the opportunity to manage procurement and optimization strategies in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in procurement, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to supplier relationship management.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in procurement and supply chain.
• Understanding of strategic sourcing and P2P processes.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize procurement of materials and services.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance inventory planning.
• Develop strong supplier relationships and conduct market research.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Inventory management

Relationship management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Maximo Purchasing

Job description

Job Posting End Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025Position Type: ContractorPosition Sub Type: ContractorWork Location: Calgary, ABShift:

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Category Buyer, Supply Chain Management, Calgary(Contract Role)

Our Supply Chain Management team is recruiting for a Category buyer in our Calgary office. Reporting to the Lead, Category Management, this role provides opportunities to learn and work in a positive, innovative, and agile environment while being mentored by a great team.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Category Buyer to join our team. As a Category Buyer, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing the procurement of materials and services within specified categories to ensure timely availability at competitive prices. You will also conduct market research, negotiate contracts with suppliers, and maintain strong supplier relationships. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand, monitor inventory levels, and drive cost savings initiatives. You bring your strong analytical skills, excellent negotiation abilities, and a deep understanding of the materials procurement process to help MEG achieve optimal results.

*Please note, this is a 12-month contract position with compensation as a straight hourly rate**

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operational Procurement:
  • Determining and advising the optimal procurement execution channel for all materials and services purchases.
  • Ensuring timely and accurate execution of Purchase Requests within Maximo for assigned categories.
• Category Management:
  • Collaborating with our Category Advisors to develop a material sourcing plan based on quarterly demand forecasts for assigned categories.
  • Incorporating local/regional market dynamics into plans, conducting thorough spend analysis, and completing strategic commercial initiatives.
• Inventory Planning:
  • Collaborate with the inventory controller to strategically analyze demand patterns, supplier lead times, and demand forecasts.
  • Optimize inventory levels and minimize stock-outs.
  • Work closely with suppliers to manage order quantities, delivery schedules, and safety stock requirements, ensuring efficient inventory management and alignment with customer demands.
• Optimization:
  • Assess cost-saving opportunities, including bulk purchasing, vendor-managed inventory strategies, and alternative sourcing, while maintaining quality standards.
• Relationship Management:
  • Develop, implement, and sustain key supplier relationships.
  • Manage supplier performance, foster strong connections, and ensure timely delivery, quality, and cost-effectiveness of key commodities throughout contract lifecycles.
• Contract Management:
  • Plan and execute sourcing events, such as RFPs and market tests.
  • Utilize analytical insights and market intelligence to identify potential suppliers, evaluate proposals, negotiate contracts, and drive competitive pricing and quality outcomes.

What you will bring to MEG:

• Solid understanding of leading supply chain techniques (including but not limited to total cost ownership principles, procurement processes in a manufacturing environment, and supplier qualification methodology).
• Strong understanding of specific Category/Subcategory assigned
• Strong negotiation skills, both contractual and commercial
• Demonstrated experience with multiple sourcing methodologies (RFX, etc.).
• Understanding of strategic sourcing principles and P2P processes along with the ability to apply this knowledge to execute projects and optimize strategies .
• Ability to build good rapport with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective communications at all levels of management both internally and externally.
• Excellent influencing and engagement skills with the ability to energize others at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in collaborating with multiple stakeholders to drive common solutions.
• 6+ years of progressive operational procurement and supply chain experience
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask while prioritizing workload .
• Excellent facilitation and project management skills
• Maximo Purchasing experience considered an asset

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At MEG, our employees are committed to:

• Safety - Foundational in everything that we do. We are committed to both physical safety at our work sites as well as safety in belonging and bringing your true self to work.

• Being Local & Committed to Our Community – We are proud to have been built in Alberta. Our leadership team lives in Alberta, knows its staff by name and cares about operating responsibly where we live. We are committed to supporting our local communities through volunteering our time, talent, and resources.

• Big Ideas Creating Opportunities – We believe in the ability to impact one’s role by thinking differently and bringing creative ideas forward. We believe in working in a team with diversity in skills, experience and thoughts leading to improved decision-making and problem-solving. If you have an idea, you are empowered to develop and bring it to life.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, please submit your resume by clicking on Apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. MEG Energy is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity in our workforce. We work to ensure that our policies and practices protect individuals and groups under applicable human rights legislation. We will respond to accessibility accommodations by applicants upon request.

At MEG, every business decision we make, no matter how big or small, aligns with our

Core values:

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Accept the Challenge – Think Big Picture

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