Senior Manager

As a Senior Manager in the Supply Management team, you will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies and contracts and support day-to-day operations across several business lines, including terminals, rail, retail, and fleet. Your goal will be to demonstrate a deep understanding of the key aspects of supply chain management, together with an innovative and collaborative approach. As an experienced leader, your success will be seen in your strategic approach to risk management, ability to drive value for your stakeholders, and motivate your team through a creative approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

What We Offer:  

• Work Environment – Work in our beautiful home office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse, and a café

• Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance

• Flexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs

• Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too.

• Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program

• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program

Your Responsibilities:

• You will bring a deep experience of leading supply management teams, working with suppliers, managing supply risks, delivering value creation, driving accountability and bringing innovative ideas and approaches and in addition:

• Ensure procurement processes are followed, from conception to close-out, in accordance with Irving Oil Supply Management Policy and practices

• Proactively monitor and address Supply Chain risks within your area of responsibility

• In conjunction with business stakeholders, manage the development and implementation of sourcing strategies, associated bid, evaluation and award processes, contract performance, including supplier performance and relationships, all in accordance with Irving Oil’s strategic priorities

• Bring innovative ideas and mitigate risk to business continuity

• Lead the team in identifying and implementing efficiency measures through effective planning, process streamlining and staff development

• Assist business units in identifying, quantifying, reporting of value addition and/or continuous improvement opportunities related to end-to-end Supply

• Ensure best practices are applied and aligned with the needs of business stakeholders

• Establish spend visibility and analysis capabilities

• Establish a good understanding of product costing methods and product cost structure and price comparisons within product groupings

• Mentor, lead, and coach team members to support continued learning and development

Your Skills:

• Strong leadership capabilities and a collaborative approach to leadership

• Ability to quickly identify critical aspects of issues, creatively use data sources, structure complex analysis, develop recommendations and influence stakeholders

• Ability to develop strategic visions and create plans for implementation

• Strong risk management skills and continuous improvement mindset

• Strong analytical thinking skills with excellent attention to detail

• High level of knowledge in procurement and supply management practices

• Excellent negotiation skills

• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple stakeholders

• Strong communication skills, including presenting skills

• Knowledge of legal precedents and contract law and management related to procurement

• Ability to establish projects, provide structure and articulate goals

Your Experience:

• University degree in Business or related field

• 10-15 years of experience in Supply Management

• 7+ years of experience leading cross functional teams

• Experience in navigating in a fast-paced, changing environment

• MBA would be an asset

• Supply Management Professional (SCMP) designation would be an asset

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’screated when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives.Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.​

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