SCM Operations Category Management Advisor

Spirit Omega Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit Omega Inc. is seeking a Contract SCM Analyst to join our Operations Category Management team in Canada.

The role oversees the full contract lifecycle, develops category strategies with stakeholders, and ensures on-time contract performance in alignment with Cenovus requirements. You will support both Upstream and Downstream category initiatives across North America, lead RFx processes, contract development, data analysis, and system governance in Ariba and SAP, while maintaining rigorous

Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Undergraduate degree in a technical or business discipline.
• 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: 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage categories from scope to closeout, including cost modeling and supplier analysis.
• Execute sourcing initiatives per annual plan and Cenovus processes.
• Develop and manage category strategies: RFx, bids, negotiations, and awards.
• Oversee post-award management: contract amendments, KPI reviews, disputes.
• Maintain contract docs in approved systems and coordinate with SMEs.
• Support data analytics, performance reporting, and Ariba/SAP support.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Financial acumen

Data analytics

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in a technical or business discipline

Tools

Ariba

SAP

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

P2P processes understanding

Job description

Job Summary

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 in accordance with Cenovus requirements.

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.

Roles & Responsibilities

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

Core Activities

• 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 Cenovus 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.

Competencies

Organizational Competencies

• Forward-thinking mindset
• Change agility
• Develops potential in self and others
• Communicates effectively
• Works collaboratively
• Strong technical and professional skills
• Results-oriented approach

Technical Competencies (Preferred Assets)

• 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

Required Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Supply Chain certification, such as:
  • SCMP
  • CSCP
  • CIPS
  • ISM
• SAP experience

Spirit Omega is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of Indigenous peoples, Women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.