Procurement Analyst

EPCOR•Edmonton, AB

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring a full time, permanent Procurement Analyst position working out of Edmonton, AB. This position is eligible for EPCOR’s hybrid work program. This role offers an opportunity to advance in a Supply Chain Management career within EPCOR’s Corporate Procurement group. As the Procurement Analyst, you lead the end-to-end procurement process, from identifying needs to contract execution and supplier relationship management supporting Corporate and Commercial Services. You ensure compliance with company policies, trade agreements (e.g., NWPTA, CETA, CFTA), and procurement best practices. Your key responsibilities include sourcing and contracting for IT, professional services, and construction, leading competitive negotiations, and mitigating supply chain risks. We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates. EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their '@epcor.com' email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.

Requirements

Two-year post-secondary diploma in Supply Chain Management or a business-related field from a recognized educational institute is required.
4-6 years of experience in category-based buying and negotiating contracts or directly related experience within the field.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in: Negotiating commercial terms and conditions and competitive bidding laws
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in: Public procurement processes and awareness of relevant trade agreements
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in: The application of risk management tools and skills
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in: The application of vendor management tools and skills
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in: Interpreting purchasing policy, processes and procedures
Demonstrated ability to: Effectively lead the entire procurement process starting with the identification of need through contract execution and supplier relationship management.
Demonstrated ability to: Effectively negotiate with vendors and third parties to create value for the business
Demonstrated ability to: Apply competitive bidding law to develop and administer effective bid documents
Demonstrated ability to: Apply contract law and understanding of contract terms and conditions in order to develop agreements that minimize risk and maximize benefits to EPCOR
Demonstrated proficiency with: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, etc.)
Demonstrated proficiency with: Oracle or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
Demonstrated proficiency with: Bids & Tenders™ or similar web-based eProcurement systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and have the ability to present information to a variety of audiences in both formal and informal settings.
Ability to exercise influence when working in a cross-functional team and use problem analysis to recommend solutions.
Team player who shares information and expertise with others to enable them to accomplish group goals and to contribute to the success of the Procurement team.
At least 18 years of age
Successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education)
Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Supply Chain Management or a business-related field is preferred.
Procurement or Supply Chain Management Designation (SCMP, C.P.M. or C.P.P.O.) is preferred.
Demonstrated experience in the Procurement of Information Technology related products and services is preferred.

Responsibilities

Providing input to the strategic sourcing plans and direction.
Ensuring the delivery of optimal results against appropriate Supply Chain Management performance metrics, which include meeting customer expectations, cost saving/avoidance, operational effectiveness and efficiency (i.e. productivity, quality, reliability, on time delivery of products/services) and customer satisfaction.
Assisting in the development and use of tools and reporting mechanisms to assist in achieving our objectives.
Advising stakeholders on procurement procedures, methods and approaches and collaborating to develop sourcing and procurement strategies.
Facilitating negotiations and serving as the negotiation representative for assigned procurements.
Establishing and maintaining supplier relationships and contracts including facilitating contract review sessions between internal customers and suppliers.
Preparing contract documents, coordinating award of contracts and making recommendations to stakeholders and the Manager on whether to award contracts.
Collecting and analyzing data to develop recommendations to optimize overall cost, delivery and quality for assigned procurement portfolio.
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.
Identifying and developing procurement and contracting strategies to address procurement project needs.