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Supplier Enablement Advisor
Location: Calgary
Contract: Initially until December 2023, with a view to extend

Supply Chain Management Supplier Enablement Advisor roles are part of a dynamic team responsible to support the cloud-based suite of e-billing applications. As the end-to-end supplier representative, you will become a system expert in SAP's latest e-billing applications as you conduct supplier onboarding, setup, testing, transaction monitoring, and system issue resolution.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITES

• Follow routing guidelines to ensure appropriate groups are engaged in investigation and resolution
• Engage suppliers through continued communication and training to drive adoption
• Proficiency in ServiceNow portal to maintain data integrity and mitigate potential risks which includes but not limited to monitoring and actioning tickets
• Liaise with and educate internal stakeholders and Suppliers on business practices and invoicing requirements (strong knowledge of Manage Goods and Services is required)
• Partner with our SAP project team to execute supplier enablement onboarding strategy
• Investigate and establish best practices for systems and processes to improve the procure to pay cycle
• Manage individual annual objectives, measure, and performance targets aligned with the overall Supply Chain Management organization objectives
• Identify opportunities related to the new platform deployment and supplier onboarding
• Identify potential areas for improvement to drive work efficiencies and reduce transaction volumes.
• Manage inquiries within the prescribed Service Agreement framework
• Recognize technical and business opportunities to improve processes
• Support the development and execution of critical business escalations
• Provide support to suppliers during operational sustainment
• Support the development and sustainment of transaction reporting and monthly stewardship
• Develop expertise in the latest versions of the following applications: SAP S4, Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration, and/or SAP Fieldglass
• Provide training and support to internal stakeholders related to the platforms
• High degree of collaboration with Accounts Payables & Supplier Help to understand inputs and opportunities to reduce supplier enablement inquiries
• Identify and resolve root causes and or key themes contributing to inquiries/ payment discrepancies

Education and Experience:

• Strong working knowledge of SAP and the various procurement ecosystem tools
• Three to five years' experience in Supplier analysis, Accounts Payable, SCM and/ or Finance
• Experience in ServiceNow or an equivalent ticket management system as asset
• Proficiency in MS Office with intermediate or advanced skills in Excel
• Experience in the Oil & Gas industry an asset
• Data visualization experience (e.g., Power BI) an asset
• Bachelor's degree preferably in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or equivalent an asset

Skills and Knowledge:

• In depth knowledge of accounts payable and supply chain processes, policies, and procedures (Manage Goods and Services)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Developed analytical / business / financial acumen
• Strong collaboration to support and influence key inputs
• Understand and correct Manage Goods and Services key inputs to enable resolution of issues (e.g., Master Data, procurement channels, input taxes, payment methods, etc.)
• Exercise professional judgement to influence decision-making, with an aptitude for change management
• Ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately
• Ability to work both in a team environment and independently.
• Composure under pressure
• Alignment with company values: safety above all else, stronger together, operational discipline, curiosity and lifelong learning, act with integrity
• Knowledge of applicable SCM related systems like SAP, Fieldglass, Ariba and ServiceNow
• Demonstrates effective communication and stakeholder relationship skills and able to balance between results orientation, a continuous improvement mind set with a client-centred approach
• Knowledge of accounting concepts and principles
• Ability to teach and train peers and stakeholders
• Curiosity and lifelong learning approach with a demonstrated adaptability to operate in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills to assist clients in resolution of critical, complex issues that may span multiple areas and systems
• Applies critical and innovative thinking to generate solutions to complex issues
• Understands business and financial risks and the need for controls

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