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	Reporting to the Manager, Category Management &amp; Strategic Sourcing, the Sourcing Specialist will work with key business stakeholders and suppliers to define business requirements, risks, market conditions and use this information to develop and implement category specific strategies.</p>
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	This position is based in Calgary, Alberta.</p>
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	<strong>Responsibilities:</strong><br />
	&bull; Support annual Category Management objectives through development and execution of category management plans and strategies aligned to Brion and business unit&rsquo;s annual priorities<br />
	&bull; Lead cross-functional teams in the development of sourcing strategies from identifying needs to recommending solutions that leverage Brion&rsquo;s position in the marketplace.<br />
	&bull; Support the execution of strategic sourcing events, supplier performance management and other value opportunities<br />
	&bull; Lead negotiation and implementation of sourcing agreements for respective categories<br />
	&bull; Implement best in class contract management terms and conditions and compliance monitoring<br />
	&bull; Develop a network of stakeholders to gain input into strategy development and to influence deployment of category action plans<br />
	&bull; Recommend and implement category value opportunities including policies, process optimization, forecasting, supplier relationship management and P2P improvements which are aligned to Brion&rsquo;s key performance areas<br />
	&bull; Understand and utilize total cost of ownership (TCO) models to assess value<br />
	&bull; Support stakeholder engagement and management during all phases of the category management process<br />
	&bull; Negotiate supply agreements and lead supplier relationship management activities on existing and new agreements through the relationship lifecycle including segmenting, governance, performance management, collaboration, reporting, internal customer surveys, and through ad-hoc feedback from relevant stakeholders.<br />
	&bull; Have a broad and technical understanding of demand planning and how it is applied in the Oil &amp; Gas business sector.<br />
	o Able to interpret demand/supply market conditions to drive category strategy and provide direction to stakeholders.<br />
	&bull; Actively review readily available information and solicit information to gain political, economic, social, technical, legal and environmental insight into suppliers, drivers, and changes to the market.<br />
	&bull; Actively contribute to a work environment that supports a motivated productive team and provide guidance, coaching, and support to team members and internal customers with regards to category management activities<br />
	&bull; Contribute to the development and mentoring of qualified Category Management Professionals.</p>
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	Qua<strong>lifications:</strong><br />
	&bull; University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or Technical discipline<br />
	&bull; Minimum 7 years experience in a Supply Chain, Contracts, Project Management or Business Development roles within the oil and gas sector is preferred<br />
	&bull; A professional designation is preferred (CPP, IACCM, APEGGA or equivalent)<br />
	&bull; Business Acumen in supply chain, logistics and sourcing, preferably in oil and gas<br />
	&bull; Procurement and contract experience in a high value commercial environment would be ideal<br />
	&bull; Strong stakeholder engagement and management skills in order to execute category management plans<br />
	&bull; Ability to drive change across the business<br />
	&bull; Ability to multi-task and operate under tight deadlines<br />
	&bull; Strong analytical, critical thinking, negotiation and problem solving skills<br />
	&bull; Ability to navigate ambiguity, overcome confusion and simplify complex situations<br />
	&bull; Superior presentation, oral and written communication skills<br />
	&bull; Self starter<br />
	&bull; Team Player<br />
	&bull; Exceptional skills in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power Point and SAP</p>
