Specialist, Procurement (Inventory & Field Operations)
About the role
Job description:
JOB SUMMARY:
The Specialist is accountable to provide subject matter expertise and administration of a specialized function. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible to act as a central point of contact in the management and administration of strategic and operational functions, providing expert advice and direction that aligns with departmental and corporate goals and objectives.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Plan, research, develop, evaluate and implement processes, policies and procedures utilized for the development of strategies and business initiatives that address the organization’s requirements
• Act as a subject matter expert in a specialized function to develop, implement, coach and assist management staff in the administration and interpretation of corporate policies; providing advice that is appropriate, practical and consistent with relevant legislation, regulations, laws and/or industry standards
• Identify new business solutions and operational efficiencies, while providing recommendations which have a significant impact on SaskPower’s business operations and strategies
• Lead and/or participate in cross-functional projects to provide functional expertise for corporate and departmental strategic planning initiatives
• Represent the department and prepare and present material to internal and external audiences as required
• Maintain knowledge of industry developments and best practices related to area of specialization and adapt them to SaskPower’s operational environment
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams and/or assigned staff as required
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Degree in Business Administration, Commerce or other related equivalent AND/OR;
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation would be considered an asset AND/OR;
• Five (5) years of related procurement and strategic sourcing experience
• Team player with the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships both internal and external to SaskPower
• Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism
• Excellent analytical, research and problem solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work and manage in a changing environment
• Excellent facilitation, project management and decision making skills
• Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork
• Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies
• Must have a continuing record of professional development
A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered
About SaskPower
Since 1929, we've delivered power throughout Saskatchewan. Today, we strive to serve an increasingly diverse and sophisticated customer base of over 550,000 customers. Our team of dedicated employees is made up of over 3,100 permanent full-time employees.
We manage over $13 billion in generation, transmission and distribution assets.
Our power comes from: • 3 coal-fired power stations – 1,389 MW • 7 hydroelectric stations – 864 MW • 8 wind facilities – 617 MW • 3 solar facilities – 83 MW • 10 natural gas stations – 2,160 MW • import power purchase agreements – 290 MW • small independent power producers – 34 MW
Our total available generation capacity is 5,437 MW.
Our network serves a large geographic area and widely dispersed population. We maintain more than 160,000 kilometres of power lines, 59 high voltage switching stations and 200 distribution substations. We also have interconnections at the Manitoba, Alberta and North Dakota borders.
*Information as of July2023
Specialist, Procurement (Inventory & Field Operations)
About the role
Job description:
JOB SUMMARY:
The Specialist is accountable to provide subject matter expertise and administration of a specialized function. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible to act as a central point of contact in the management and administration of strategic and operational functions, providing expert advice and direction that aligns with departmental and corporate goals and objectives.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Plan, research, develop, evaluate and implement processes, policies and procedures utilized for the development of strategies and business initiatives that address the organization’s requirements
• Act as a subject matter expert in a specialized function to develop, implement, coach and assist management staff in the administration and interpretation of corporate policies; providing advice that is appropriate, practical and consistent with relevant legislation, regulations, laws and/or industry standards
• Identify new business solutions and operational efficiencies, while providing recommendations which have a significant impact on SaskPower’s business operations and strategies
• Lead and/or participate in cross-functional projects to provide functional expertise for corporate and departmental strategic planning initiatives
• Represent the department and prepare and present material to internal and external audiences as required
• Maintain knowledge of industry developments and best practices related to area of specialization and adapt them to SaskPower’s operational environment
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams and/or assigned staff as required
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Degree in Business Administration, Commerce or other related equivalent AND/OR;
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation would be considered an asset AND/OR;
• Five (5) years of related procurement and strategic sourcing experience
• Team player with the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships both internal and external to SaskPower
• Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism
• Excellent analytical, research and problem solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work and manage in a changing environment
• Excellent facilitation, project management and decision making skills
• Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork
• Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies
• Must have a continuing record of professional development
A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered
About SaskPower
Since 1929, we've delivered power throughout Saskatchewan. Today, we strive to serve an increasingly diverse and sophisticated customer base of over 550,000 customers. Our team of dedicated employees is made up of over 3,100 permanent full-time employees.
We manage over $13 billion in generation, transmission and distribution assets.
Our power comes from: • 3 coal-fired power stations – 1,389 MW • 7 hydroelectric stations – 864 MW • 8 wind facilities – 617 MW • 3 solar facilities – 83 MW • 10 natural gas stations – 2,160 MW • import power purchase agreements – 290 MW • small independent power producers – 34 MW
Our total available generation capacity is 5,437 MW.
Our network serves a large geographic area and widely dispersed population. We maintain more than 160,000 kilometres of power lines, 59 high voltage switching stations and 200 distribution substations. We also have interconnections at the Manitoba, Alberta and North Dakota borders.
*Information as of July2023