Analyst, Procurement Process - Edmonton, Canada - EPCOR

EPCOR

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Highlights of the job

We are hiring one (1) full time, permanent

Analyst, Procurement Process and Data position working out of Edmonton, AB.

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

The Procurement and Process Data Analyst will also provide support and training on Oracle Purchasing, iProcurement, Business Intelligence, Microsoft SharePoint and Excel, and lead Procurement Continuous Improvement project level meetings.

What you'd be responsible for

Ensuring the delivery of optimal results against appropriate Procurement and Spend 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 through continuous improvement.

Maintaining Procurement information systems (Dashboards and Databases)
Provide quality analytics and reporting that are concise and userfriendly
Lead the processes to create, utilize, and improve tools, techniques, procedures, and reporting to assist in the efficient execution of the Procurement function at EPCOR
Use leading edge techniques to provide data mining and analytics support retrieval of Procurement and Spend information from various sources. Categorize and analyze relevant data, processes, and plans to develop recommendations for management to consider and action the approved plans.
Provide SharePoint administration and design, build, test, and maintain the Procurement SharePoint sites and related information
Work with the Manager, Reporting and Analytics to create and maintain consistent Procurement forms, procedures, standards, templates
Provide support in developing, testing, and delivering procurement procedures processes, and training documents/materials
Advise and make recommendations to stakeholders with respect to potential procurement risks. Support stakeholders on the requisition to pay (R2P) and source to contract (S2C) processes
Lead the entire procurement process starting with identification of need, risk assessment, sourcing strategy, and procurement planning culminating in contract award and execution and support business partners in contract administration in accordance with Procurement Policy, EPCOR Policies, best practices, and external regulatory requirements (i.e. Trade Agreements)
Review data collection, categorization, and reporting methods and practices in Procurement to identify gaps in the data being collected and make recommendations and implement improvements
Provide timely and responsive customer service to stakeholders, resolving issues and advancing complex concerns as required
Create and utilize spreadsheets, analytic tools, statistics, and databases to collect, compare, and analyze data. Prepare reports, dashboards, and ad hoc analysis to find opportunities and determine feasibility of category management or strategic sourcing tactics towards achieving operational and corporate objectives.

What's required to be successful

2year postsecondary diploma in Supply Chain Management or a business related field or a 4year postsecondary degree in a related field from a recognized educational institute is required
Demonstrated advanced proficiency with Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Visio, Power BI, SQL, etc.)
Demonstrated advanced proficiency with Oracle or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
Purchasing Designation (C.P.P certificate, SCMP or C.P.M. or C.P.P.B.) is preferred
Demonstrated understanding of the entire procurement process starting with

identification of need through to contract execution and management

Experience in categorybased buying and negotiating contracts would be considered an asset
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in assisting in negotiating commercial terms and conditions and competitive bidding laws
High level of attention to detail required with the ability to analyze large volumes of data
Experience in providing and/or facilitating training would be considered an asset
Past work experience working in an utility company or large corporation similar to EPCOR is an asset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to work in a multistakeholder and dynamic work environment
Adapts to change and focuses on continuous improvement opportunities

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52
Class: T2
Wag

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Starting at $47.18 per hour
_Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and is based on a combination of factors as outlined in the_
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Collective Agreement.)_
Hours of work: 75 hours biweekly, Monday to Friday

Application deadline:

February 7, 2024

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