SCM System Advisor - Materials

Suncor Energy; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a SCM Systems Advisor to join their dynamic team in Calgary. This role is pivotal in providing user guidance and support for supply chain management technologies, ensuring seamless integration of systems like SAP S4 and Ariba. The ideal candidate will excel in troubleshooting, process improvement, and compliance management, playing a key role in enhancing operational efficiency. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, this opportunity offers a robust career path in a diverse and inclusive environment, where your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Qualifications

• Experience with SCM technologies and processes is essential.
• Strong analytical skills to address complex procurement issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support on SCM technologies and processes.
• Manage technology issue intake and enhancement requests.

Skills

SCM Technologies

SAP S4

Vendor Invoice Management

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Ariba

Service Now

SAP Security

Job description

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Role Overview

The SCM Systems Advisor provides user guidance and support for SCM technologies and sustainment activities, including the maintenance, troubleshooting, and enhancement of supply chain systems and tools. They support the implementation of technology enhancements and participate in process and technology change management activities. They resolve workflow and approval issues, ensure seamless integration of procure-to-pay solutions, and manage technology issues and enhancement requests. They ensure the effectiveness of SOX controls, maintain compliance within SAP modules, and adhere to SCM internal policies. The role involves delivering end-user support, responding to stakeholder queries, supporting MSP partners, monitoring SCM practices, managing technical issue escalations, and participating in process and technology initiatives.

Advisors work closely with MSP partners, business and supplier stakeholders, IT, and third-party technical support resources to achieve their objectives. SCM Systems Advisors play an integral role in the Manage Goods & Services Process, both directly and as process champions to understand and drive best practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide guidance and support to internal and external customers on SCM technologies and processes.
2. Resolve SCM workflow and approval issues, monitor system performance, and collaborate with IT for troubleshooting and resolutions.
3. Ensure seamless integration of procure-to-pay solutions, focusing on Ariba, SAP S4, Vendor Invoice Management, and Service Now to enhance operational efficiency and business value.
4. Manage technology issue intake and enhancement requests, prioritizing them with stakeholders and collaborating with IT on design and implementation.
5. Oversee the execution of SCM Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, ensuring control documentation is complete and up to date.
6. Maintain compliance within SAP modules by governing the SCM SAP Security access provisioning process.
7. Ensure adherence to SCM internal policies, best practices, and compliance requirements.
8. Address complex procurement issues using expertise and data analysis from SAP, translating findings for non-technical audiences.
9. Lead cross-functional process improvement initiatives and coordinate testing for technical changes.
10. Partner with stakeholders across the enterprise (HR, IT, Operations, Finance) to identify and resolve integrated data and technical issues.
11. Collaborate with stakeholders to influence practices impacting SCM and recommend continuous improvements based on industry benchmarks.
12. Provide strategic advice to SCM stakeholders and business partners to facilitate effective SCM process execution.
13. Apply innovative thinking to develop solutions for complex challenges and manage conflicting priorities in a dynamic environment.
14. Demonstrate strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage deliverables within tight timelines.
15. Participate in the enhancement of existing processes and practices.
16. Post-secondary education required.

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline, and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute, and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

About the company

Suncor Energy is a Canadian integrated energy company based in Calgary, Alberta.