Specialist, Sourcing

Calgary Airports; Calgary; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport authority in Calgary seeks a Sourcing Specialist for full-time employment. The role involves developing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships to support business operations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, along with strong communication skills. Competitive salary and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant supply chain experience.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating contract terms and conditions effectively.
• Strong understanding of best practices related to sourcing, contracting, regulations, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Understand business unit needs and craft solutions.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies.
• Manage bid processes and resolve supplier issues.

Skills

Negotiating contract terms effectively

Interpersonal and communication skills

Problem identification and solution proposal

Education

Post Secondary Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Oracle Cloud ERP

Job description

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Number of positions available: 1

Salary: Band 9 ($98,221.50 or $102,141.00)

Status: Full-Time, Union

Closing Date: Dec 8th, 2025

Who We Are

The Calgary Airport Authority manages and operates both YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport as well as collaborates with the many vibrant community partners who impact our guest experiences. If you are interested in an exciting career in the airport industry, then this is the place to be!

What Will You Do

Reporting to the General Manager Supply Chain Business process, the Sourcing Specialist partners with business units to provide strategic guidance and support in the acquisition of all goods and services in the most efficient, competitive, and economic manner while minimizing risk in leading an open, transparent and flexible process. This role will act as a consultant to their business units to provide supply chain expertise as well as proactive recommendations to support business operations.

What’s The Team Like

The Supply Chain team has undergone significant change with our new Oracle environment! We continue the transformation in the way we operate as a new customer‑centric model that allows us to better partner with our business units and stakeholders. It’s an exciting time for our team as our processes evolve and create opportunity for our Supply Chain team to make their mark at YYC. Like any big change, our resilient and passionate integrity as a Supply Chain team will add significant value to the way our business operates.

What Are Some Of The Responsibilities

• Understand the needs of various business units and crafting solutions to address them.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies.
• Provide guidance to the cross functional team.
• Lead the sourcing process and help to identify best value opportunities for the organization including cost‑saving opportunities.
• Support the acquisition of goods and services efficiently and transparently.
• Manage bid processes, including preparing sourcing strategy and RF(x) documents, negotiating contracts, and resolving issues with suppliers.
• Oversee Supplier Relationship Management programs and onboarding for new vendors.
• Oversee and manage supplier contracts, performance, and compliance with service agreements.
• Assess and manage risks related to suppliers.
• Manage end‑to‑end RF(x) processes.

What Do You Need To Bring

• The ability to gain and maintain a RAIC (RAIC Program and Application Information)
• Post Secondary Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant supply chain experience.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating contract terms and conditions effectively.
• Strong understanding of best practices related to sourcing, contracting, regulations, and standards for goods and services.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of industry tools, databases, standard contract clauses, and aids for effectively sourcing services.
• Ability to identify problems and propose solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (ex. digital, verbal, presentations).

WHAT OPTIONAL ELEMENTS SUPPORT YOUR APPLICATION (all Are Assets)

• Supply Chain experience working on/with complex construction projects with knowledge of construction contracts.
• SCMP designation is an asset.
• Experience in leading sourcing projects and training internal clients on processes and systems.
• Experience in an environment of similar scope and complexity.
• Familiarity with Oracle Cloud ERP.
• Bilingualism in English or French.

What Does Diversity Mean To Us

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

Our Values

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision‑making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation.

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