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Join to apply for the Category Specialist role at Civeo North America Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job Description At Civeo, our employees are the cornerstone of our success. As a global workforce accommodation specialist, we help individuals maintain healthy, productive, and connected lives while working away from home. Guided by our core values of safety, respect, care, excellence, integrity and collaboration, we are dedicated to providing outstanding service to our guests and ensuring the wellbeing of our employees and communities. Civeo Premium Services is seeking a results-driven Category Specialist to join our team on a term basis. This position reports directly to the Supply Chain Director. In this role, you will lead cross-functional internal teams and apply a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach to ensure Civeo remains an industry leader in category spend management. Management of a defined area of category spend includes preparation and review of RFPs, negotiating, drafting and managing contracts, managing supplier relationships, internal stakeholder engagement, and identifying & delivering value savings. Note: This is a temporary role for up to 9 months with possible extension. Key Responsibilities Provide in-depth category knowledge based on professional qualifications and/or extensive experience in Category Management, including development of Category Plans within your span of control. Serve as the internal SME for the spend category, offering market and category intelligence, and influencing Category plan updates. Deliver annual value savings. Build and manage a specialized service delivery team for internal stakeholders, bridging Business Requirements and market capabilities. Conduct regular benchmarks of values with relevant stakeholders. Manage senior-level relationships within the category. Develop Supplier Relationship Management plans for all suppliers, applying Account Management & Governance practices. Analyze supplier performance data, lead meetings, and manage supplier profiles. Rationalize the existing supplier base. Act as an escalation point and assist in resolving supplier performance issues. Draft and manage RFPs in a consistent format, negotiate pricing and terms to demonstrate value. Coordinate with all relevant functions. Evaluate and improve processes, systems, and controls for continuous improvement. Establish and monitor valid supply contracts, consolidating multiple contracts into Framework agreements where applicable. Utilize technology (e.g., e-Sourcing, Contract Management systems) to enhance role effectiveness. Ensure effective communication of contracts to internal stakeholders. Maintain compliance with corporate policies and procedures, ensuring control processes are followed. Coordinate pre-planning of material requirements with operations, providing forecasting and costing. Ensure efficient order flow from procurement to payment. Drive improvements in vendor performance related to quality, delivery, and cost. Monitor service levels to meet customer requirements. Manage pricing levels in JDE system and directly purchased products. Qualifications Minimum 4 years of Supply Chain or Category Management experience. SCMA Level 4 or SCMP designation is an asset. Experience in Service, Hospitality, or related industries. Experience with JD Edwards or similar ERP systems. Strong influencing and change management skills. Proven negotiation skills. Ability to lead projects, prioritize, and resolve issues independently. Conceptual understanding of system flows to resolve issues. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Effective communication skills across all organizational levels. What We Offer Flexible hybrid work schedule Comprehensive benefits including dental, vision, life insurance, and extended health Health or Personal Spending Account Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) RRSP/DPSP Match Program Professional development opportunities On-site parking We are committed to employment equity and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applicants with varied skills and experiences to apply. If you want to join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork, hard work, and quality, please apply! We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Additional Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Marketing and Sales Industries: Food and Beverage Services, Facilities Services, Hospitality #J-18808-Ljbffr