Specialist, SCM Vendor Audit – Contract Compliance

Jobtailor; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Enbridge is seeking a Senior Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance lead to manage day-to-day activities, drive audit planning, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities include reviewing contracts and financial data, negotiating recoveries, and guiding on compliance while advancing continuous improvement and supplier governance programs across multiple functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in SCM, Contract Management, Audit, Compliance, Finance, or related field.
• Experience interpreting and applying complex commercial contracts, procurement agreements, and contract compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing stakeholders across multiple organizational levels.
• Knowledge of procurement and contracting practices, internal controls, governance processes, and compliance principles.
• Final candidates may be required to undergo security screening, including a criminal records check.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance activities.
• Support audit planning by establishing priorities, scope, and objectives based on spend, risk, contractual rights, and business needs.
• Coordinate with Internal Audit, external auditors, suppliers, and business stakeholders to execute and report on vendor audits.
• Review contracts, financial data, and transactions to validate compliance and support audit findings.
• Assist with negotiations and resolution of audit findings to maximize recoveries and strengthen supplier accountability.
• Provide guidance on contractual, compliance, and commercial matters.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Management, Legal, Accounts Payable, Internal Audit, and business partners.
• Support continuous improvement through corrective actions, process enhancements, and best-practice adoption.

Skills

Vendor Audit

Contract Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Change Management

Risk Assessment

SOX Controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Business

Tools

Oracle Cloud

SAP

Contract Management Systems

Procurement Systems

Job description

• Lead day-to-day Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance activities
• Support audit planning by establishing priorities, scope, and objectives based on spend, risk, contractual rights, and business needs
• Coordinate with Internal Audit, external auditors, suppliers, and business stakeholders to execute and report on vendor audits
• Review contracts, financial data, and transactions to validate compliance and support audit findings
• Assist with negotiations and resolution of audit findings to maximize recoveries and strengthen supplier accountability
• Provide guidance on contractual, compliance, and commercial matters
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Management, Legal, Accounts Payable, Internal Audit, and business partners
• Support continuous improvement through corrective actions, process enhancements, and best-practice adoption
• Monitor industry trends and audit practices and recommend improvements
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships to drive program awareness, engagement, and successful outcomes
• Safeguard Enbridge’s commercial interests through oversight of the Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance program

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Contract Management, Audit, Compliance, Finance, or a related field
• A combination of education and experience may be considered
• Experience interpreting and applying complex commercial contracts, procurement agreements, and contract compliance requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience assessing contractual, financial, and operational data to identify risks, compliance issues, and value recovery opportunities
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing stakeholders across multiple organizational levels
• Strong negotiation, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting findings and recommendations
• Knowledge of procurement and contracting practices, internal controls, governance processes, and compliance principles
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, manage competing priorities, and work independently in a complex business environment
• Preferred: enrollment in or completion of a professional designation or certification in Supply Chain Management, Audit, Compliance, Accounting, or Contract Management (e.g., SCMA/PMAC, CPSM, CPA, CIA, CFE)
• Preferred: experience supporting or overseeing vendor audit, contract compliance, recovery audit, or supplier governance programs
• Preferred: knowledge of SOX controls, internal audit practices, and risk management frameworks
• Preferred: experience supporting supplier negotiations, dispute resolution, and financial recovery initiatives
• Preferred: knowledge of Oracle Cloud, SAP, or other procurement and contract management systems
• Preferred: experience applying continuous improvement methodologies and change management principles
• Final candidates may be required to undergo security screening, including a criminal records check

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Vendor Audit and Contract Compliance, with strong capabilities in analyzing complex contracts, financial data, and compliance issues. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, negotiate effectively, and build stakeholder relationships to enhance program outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Vendor Audit Management
• Contract Compliance
• Risk Assessment
• Negotiation Skills
• Stakeholder Engagement

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Supply Chain Management
• Contract Management
• Audit
• Compliance
• Financial Analysis
• Data Interpretation
• Process Improvement
• Change Management
• Governance Processes
• Internal Controls

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Conflict Resolution
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• SCMA
• PMAC
• CPSM
• CPA
• CIA
• CFE

Industry Keywords

• Vendor Governance
• Financial Recovery
• SOX Controls
• Internal Audit Practices
• Risk Management Frameworks

Tools & Technologies

• Oracle Cloud
• SAP
• Procurement Systems
• Contract Management Systems