Senior Advisor, SCM Upstream

4 weeks ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Cenovus Energy Inc. Full time
Worker Type: EmployeeGroup: Lloyd Operations & Upstream Category Management DepartmentJob Post End Date: 06/07/2024

About this opportunity:

The Sr. Advisor, SCM Upstream MROPVF (Maintenance Repair and Operations Materials, Pipe Valves Fittings) is responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans and sourcing initiatives for their category portfolio, aiming to reduce total cost of ownership and create value for stakeholders. They collaborate with SCM partners to optimize procurement of materials and services pertaining to Maintenance Repair and Operations, Pipe Valve Fittings, Valve Maintenance, Pressure Safety Valves (or Pressure Relief Devices), provide expert guidance to other advisors, and manage strategic planning and budgeting to secure supply while mitigating risks. They ensure business is conducted with qualified, safe suppliers, and that sourcing and contracting improve organizational value. Additionally, they maintain accurate data, ensure compliance with business rules and policies, and develop cross-team collaboration and a high-performance culture. Key partnerships include various internal teams and external suppliers.

What you'll do:

  • Provide inputs for enterprise-wide sourcing project assessments and prioritize based on a five-year cycle.
  • Stay up to date with industry and market trends to proactively identify and mitigate risk, including but not limited to supply (incl. secondary and tertiary impacts from base construct components such as steel), logistics, storage, etc.
  • Evaluate trade-offs of multiple strategies and present recommendations to drive category value.
  • Maintain comprehensive market knowledge and balance SCM resources to meet enterprise requirements.
  • Drive accuracy in SCM risk assessments and market intelligence, while sharing industry trends.
  • Create positive relationships with suppliers and ensure they meet safety and qualification standards.
  • Establish and maintain supplier performance management practices to optimize service outcomes.
  • Oversee development of sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, and drafting to improve competitive advantage.
  • Ensure sourcing strategies support business objectives and efficient procurement practices.
  • Develop bid evaluation models and guide negotiation strategies to achieve business benefits.
  • Ensure contracts reflect negotiated outcomes and facilitate smooth transitions to category management.
  • Engage with MRP contract staff to ensure day to day tactical sourcing is in alignment with the overarching strategy owned by this portfolio.
  • Advocate for the use of surplus materials and ensure critical spares are available near execution sites.
  • Ensure procurement activities follow approved channels to minimize transaction costs.
  • Identify and lead supply chain risks, using analytics to support data aggregation and spend analysis.
  • Advance the bring together the utilization of market, spend, and performance analytics for informed decision-making.
  • Develop and maintain SCM dashboards, ensuring data integrity and effective reporting.
  • Support teams in maintaining category knowledge, driving data-based decisions, and fostering inclusion and diversity. Ensure compliance with company policies, provide necessary training, and champion continuous improvement initiatives.

Provide pricing inputs for multi-year budgeting cycle based on supplier cost models and impact of external market factors.

Who you are:

  • Legally entitled to work in Canada.
  • 8+ years in strategic sourcing and procurement, with a preference for progressively senior roles.
  • Post-secondary degree in business or equivalent.
  • SCMP is an asset.
  • Experience in upstream and downstream oil and gas, including alternate contracting models and low-cost sourcing.
  • Proven leadership in managing high-performance teams.
  • Strong negotiation skills for complex situations.
  • Expertise in sourcing, outsourcing, and multi-sourcing delivery models.
  • Skilled in category management and leading cross-functional teams.
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent presentation and communication abilities.
  • Strong financial acumen
  • Experience in Maintenance Repair and Operations, Pipe Valve Fittings, Valve Maintenance, Pressure Safety Valves (or Pressure Relief Devices) category management would be considered an asset.

Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 PM MT May 24, 2024.

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Internal candidates that are currently in a lower grade will be assessed based on their sustained job performance, how they demonstrate the expected organizational competency behaviors and values and in discussions with their current leader prior to determining next steps.

Who we are:

We're an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary with oil and natural gas production operations in Canada and the Asia Pacific region, and upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States. We're committed to maximizing value by sustainably developing our assets in a safe, innovative and cost-efficient manner, integrating environmental, social and governance considerations into our business plans.

We've been named a Top Alberta Employer for 2024, a designation recognizing organizations leading their industries in offering exceptional places to work.

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