Contract Analyst

Junior Contracts Analyst

5 Month Contact- Potential extension

Calgary

$28- $32 hourly

Key Responsibilities

Category Management & Strategic Sourcing

• Lead assigned Information Services spend categories and act as the primary procurement expert for those portfolios.
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives and market trends.
• Monitor industry developments, supplier markets, licensing models, and technology innovations.
• Identify sourcing opportunities that improve cost efficiency, supplier performance, and business value.
• Support sourcing activities for software, hardware, telecommunications, network infrastructure, and professional services.

Demand Planning

• Partner with IS stakeholders and business units to understand current and future technology requirements.
• Develop demand forecasts and procurement plans for software applications, technology services, and related solutions.
• Collaborate across business functions to ensure sourcing plans support organizational priorities and project timelines.
• Maintain visibility into upcoming procurement requirements and renewal activities.

Procurement Project Delivery

• Lead and support RFx processes including RFI, RFQ, and RFP activities.
• Develop solicitation documents, procurement requirements, evaluation criteria, and sourcing strategies.
• Coordinate supplier communications throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Facilitate bid evaluations and ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance requirements.
• Conduct supplier negotiations and recommend contract awards.

Contract Management & Supplier Performance

• Negotiate commercial agreements, service contracts, statements of work, and software licensing agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Monitor supplier compliance with contractual obligations and service commitments.
• Resolve contract and supplier issues while minimizing business disruption.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through supplier performance reviews and relationship management.

Market Intelligence & Analysis

• Conduct internal and external market research to support sourcing decisions.
• Analyze procurement data, industry benchmarks, supplier performance metrics, and market conditions.
• Gather insights from subject matter experts, suppliers, and industry sources to inform procurement recommendations.
• Provide strategic advice on supplier selection, contracting approaches, and category optimization opportunities.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead consultations with IS teams, business units, and key decision-makers.
• Build strong partnerships across the organization to support long-term sourcing objectives.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings, working groups, and project teams.
• Influence procurement and sourcing decisions through data-driven recommendations and effective communication.
• Support procurement training and provide guidance on sourcing and category management best practices.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of sourcing, procurement, contract management, or supply chain management experience.
• Experience supporting technology, software, hardware, telecommunications, or professional services procurement.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multiple business functions.
• Combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP, SAP Ariba, Power BI, or similar procurement and analytics systems.
• Knowledge of software licensing, technology sourcing, professional services contracting, and IT vendor management.
• Strong negotiation, contract analysis, and supplier management capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively to senior leadership.
• Ability to quickly understand technical products, services, and commercial arrangements.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating contract terms and conditions.

What You'll Get in Return:

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