Number of positions available: 1

Salary: Band 9 ($98,221.50, $102,141.00, $106,236.00, $110,526.00)

Status: Full-Time, Union

Closing Date: January 30, 2025

WHO WE ARE

The Calgary Airport Authority manages and operates both YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport as well as collaborates with the many vibrant community partners who impact our guest experiences. If you are interested in an exciting career in the airport industry, then this is the place to be!

WHAT WILL YOU DO

Reporting to the General Manager Supply Chain Business process, the Sourcing Specialist partners with business units to provide strategic guidance and support in the acquisition of all goods and services in the most efficient, competitive, and economic manner while minimizing risk in leading an open, transparent and flexible process. This role will act as a consultant to their business units to provide supply chain expertise as well as proactive recommendations to support business operations.

WHATS THE TEAM LIKE

The Supply Chain team has undergone significant change with our new Oracle environment! We continue the transformation in the way we operate as a new customer-centric model that allows us to better partner with our business units and stakeholders. It's an exciting time for our team as our processes evolve and create opportunities for our Supply Chain team to make their mark at YYC. Like any big change, our resilient and passionate integrity as a Supply Chain team will add significant value to the way our business operates.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand the needs of various business units and crafting solutions to address them.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies.
• Provide guidance to team and help to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support the acquisition of services efficiently and transparently.
• Manage bid processes, including preparing documents, negotiating contracts, and resolving issues with suppliers.
• Oversee Supplier Relationship Management programs and onboarding for new vendors.
• Oversee and manage supplier contracts, performance, and compliance with service agreements.
• Assess supplier to ensure alignment with business needs and corporate values.
• Assess and manage risks related to suppliers.
• Manage end-to-end RF(x) processes.
• Provide training on inventory systems as needed.
• Provide backup to other Sourcing Specialists as needed.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

• The ability to gain and maintain a RAIC (RAIC Program and Application Information)
• Post Secondary bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating contract terms and conditions effectively.
• Strong understanding of best practices related to sourcing, regulations, and standards for goods and services.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of industry tools, databases, standard contract clauses, and aids for effective sourcing services.
• Ability to identify problems and propose solutions.
• Strong communication skills including digital, verbal, and presentations.

WHAT OPTIONAL ELEMENTS SUPPORT YOUR APPLICATION (all are assets)

• Bilingualism in English or French.
• Familiarity with Oracle Cloud ERP.
• Supply Chain experience working on/with construction projects.
• Experience in training internal clients on processes and systems.
• Experience in an environment of similar scope and complexity.

WHAT DOES DIVERSITY MEAN TO US

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

OUR VALUES:

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation