Contract Analyst

3 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada EPCOR Full time

Description

Highlights of the job

We are hiring one (1)full-time,permanent, Contract Analyst positionworking out of the Rossdale Water Treatment Plant in Edmonton, AB.

This is an excellent opportunity for a team-oriented individual with excellent negotiation and communication skills to grow their Supply Chain Management career.

As the Contract Analyst, you will be accountable for leading the end-to-end procurement process (from the identification of need through to contract execution and supplier relationship management) within EPCOR Water Services (EWS) Procurement team and providing subject matter expertise to the Water and Drainage business units. You will achieve compliance with company policies, trade agreements (NWPTA, CETA, CFTA), and procurement best practices.

The position will primarily focus on collaborative and multi-disciplinary strategic sourcing projects and oftentimes cross-company procurement projects to establish long-term agreements for EPCOR. There will also be a focus on engineering requirements, which then transition into construction requirements through various procurement methodologies. While design-bid-build methods are mainly utilized an increase in using other methodologies such as design-build, progressive design build, construction management at risk and integrated project delivery are increasingly being used. Experience with these types of requirements and/or procurement methodologies will be an asset, although not necessarily required.

What you’d be responsible for

Providing input to the strategic sourcing plans and direction, and ensuring on-going appropriate relationships with other positions Ensuring the delivery of optimal results against appropriate Supply Chain Management performance metrics, which includes meeting customer expectations, cost saving/avoidance, operational effectiveness and efficiency (i.e.: productivity, quality, reliability, on-time delivery of products/services) and employee/customer satisfaction. Leading the entire procurement process starting with the identification of need through to contract execution and supplier relationship management in accordance with EWSI processes and EPCOR policies and external legislation with manager approval Managing all aspects of competitive bidding processes (e.g. RFI, RFP, RFQ) following public procurement requirements Facilitating negotiations, and serving as the negotiation representative for assigned procurements Preparing contract documents, coordinating award of contracts, and making recommendations to Stakeholders and the manager on whether to award or not to award contracts Establishing and maintaining supplier relationships and contracts including facilitating contract review sessions between internal customers and suppliers. Collecting and analyzing data and working with business units to determine the feasibility and advantage of establishing long-term supply contracts for high usage, high dollar volume, regularly purchased products which could more effectively leverage EWSI’s spend under management Advising and making recommendations to stakeholders with respect to potential procurement risks and the purchase to pay processes Assessing competition and market opportunities/threats and recommending plans to address Developing recommendations to optimize overall cost, delivery and quality for assigned procurement portfolio Assisting in the development and utilization of tools and reporting mechanisms to assist in the efficient execution of the operational objectives of EWSI Demonstrating a high performance, disciplined, safe, and accountable manner of working, focused on customer service

What’s required to be successful

Two-year post-secondary diploma or four-year post-secondary degree in Supply Chain Management or a business related field (Operations Management, Economics, Accounting, Finance, etc.) from a recognized educational institute is required Minimum 4 years’ extensive experience in category-based buying and negotiating contracts or directly related experience within the field Purchasing Designation (SCMP, C.P.M. or C.P.P.O.) considered an asset Comprehensive knowledge and experience in:Public procurement processes and awareness of relevant trade agreementsNegotiating commercial terms and conditions and competitive bidding lawsThe application of risk management tools and skillsThe application of vendor management tools and skillsInterpreting purchasing policy, processes and procedures Demonstrated ability to:Apply competitive bidding law to develop and administer effective bid documentsApply contract law and understanding of contract terms and conditions in order to develop agreements that minimize risk and maximize benefits to EPCOREffectively negotiate with vendors and 3rd parties to create value for the businessEffectively lead the entire procurement process starting with the identification of need through to contract execution and supplier relationship management. Demonstrated proficiency with:Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)Oracle or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.Bids & Tenders™ or similar web-based eProcurement systems

The successful candidate must possess a high level of initiative with the demonstrated ability to be proactive and fully engaged in professional work and in the continuous improvement of business practices while recommending and making improvements on an ongoing basis. As the successful candidate, you are able to exercise influence when working in a cross-functional team and use highly developed analytical thinking skills to effectively conduct problem analysis, present findings and recommend solutions.

In addition, you possess strong verbal and written communication skills and have the ability to present information to a variety of audiences in both formal and informal settings. As our best candidate, you are a team player who shares information and expertise with others to enable them to accomplish group goals.

You continually seek opportunities to enhance your personal effectiveness in the procurement and strategic sourcing function and expand your operational understanding while contributing to the knowledge and success of the procurement team.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52; Class: T2

Starting Wage: $45.74 per hour (Final wage placement will be determined at the time of selection).

Hours of work: 75 hours biweekly

Application Deadline: July 25, 2023

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