Senior Category Specialist
1 month ago
Employment Type: Full-time Regular
City: Calgary, AB (YYC)
Posting Open Date: 08/08/2024
Posting Close Date: 08/22/2024 (Please note the posting will close at 9:59pm MST)
Why WestJet:
Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.
WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.
Join us and love where you're going.
Remote Work:
This is a hybrid remote work position in Calgary Alberta and requires collaboration at the WestJet Campus (22 Aerial Place NE) 3 days per week. This provides flexibility the remaining 40% of the work week. This hybrid work plan allows for critically important learning, collaboration and networking with our colleagues. Specific days in the office are agreed upon by the team.
Overview of role:
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Strategic Procurement (Indirects), the Sr Category Specialist will bring proven strategic capability in strategic procurement as it relates to category management, strategic sourcing, contract life cycle management, and supplier relationship management. The category portfolio will be related to the area of third-party spend (focused on IT and Digital related projects).
Main Responsibilities:
- Develop or support the development and implementation of category strategies in close collaboration with internal business stakeholders.
- Develop and foster internal customer relationships with stakeholders to understand business objectives & roadmaps, in addition to supplier relationships.
- Liaise with internal category teams, and business partners and gain a comprehensive understanding of business requirements establishing short-term and long-term objectives.
- Lead the efforts for contract renewals and strategic sourcing activities (scoping, spend analysis, sourcing, negotiating, contracting).
- Lead the RFx process, and support the development of negotiation strategies and negotiations of small to medium value/risk agreements.
- Conduct market data research, investigate supplier capabilities, and analyze industry best practices and technology trends to drive competitive advantage.
- Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures, ethical practices, and adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
- Develop and implement category & sourcing strategies that directly affect company financial results and growth plans.
- Manage supplier contracts, governance, and control programs to ensure delivery of expectations and comply with corporate and regulatory policies.
- Drive and report Procurement Key Performance Indicators including cost savings, spend under management, supplier rationalization, etc.
- Ensure organizational financial goals are met and track cost savings initiatives.
- Create, drive, and implement with the collaboration of the Strategic Procurement Leadership Team, initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of procurement processes.
Knowledge and Skills:
- 7+ years of progressive experience in leading strategic projects, strategic procurement, contract management, category management, and or sourcing experience, within designated categories.
- Excellent relationship-building, interpersonal, communication (verbal and written) skills required.
- Knowledge of source-to-pay tools including e-sourcing, contract management, and spend analytics.
- Knowledge in categories related to cargo, ground handling services, or direct labor type of agreements considered an asset
- Strong negotiation, contracting, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to learn, mentor, and be mentored.
- Bachelor's degree in business, or equivalent. Supply Chain Canada designation is considered an asset.
The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
- A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
- Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
- Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
Think we are a fit? Apply now
About WestJet Group of Companies
Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.
Our Safety Promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.
WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.
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