Analyst, Information Services

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At TC Energy we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step personal accountability one team and active learning we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

The Corporate Services Contracts Team is responsible for overseeing TC Energy spend for all indirect (non-pipeline operations related) spend. Information Systems (IS) is a key component of the overall Corporate Services portfolio. This role is part of a team focused on IS strategic spend that covers software applications software development consulting (professional services) hardware SCADA systems network projects and telecommunications.

The Analyst Information Systems (IS) specializes in and leads a portfolio of spend sub-categories related to technology and software applications. The Contract Analyst is the singular expert in these spend categories. This includes monitoring emerging market trends coordinating procurement strategies collaborating on internal relationships managing vendor relationships and providing expert guidance within TC Energy and Information Systems business unit.

What youll do

• Demand Planning for software applications and professional services sourcing within each spend sub-category

• Provide strategic sourcing expertise to issue the required RFx process for services and or materials

• IS strategic sourcing and tactical procurement activities that includes software applications IS hardware and IS professional services focused primarily on operational enterprise IS indirect spend

• Apply knowledge of TC Energy supply chain systems (e.g. SAP Ariba BI Warehouse) to implement and track procurement projects

• Translate program needs into appropriate solicitation documents requirements documents evaluation plans and other procurement tools

• Ensure appropriate procedures are followed for bid evaluation including coordinating with clients and vendors throughout the tendering process

• Conduct appropriate internal research (via internal subject matter experts hosted RFx contract database data extracts etc.) and external research (via direct supplier communications available stats/indexes subject matter experts etc.) to inform requirements and recommendations

• Determine recommendations for contract awards negotiates to achieve contracts and coordinates briefings and other approvals to delegated decision-makers in TC Energy business units

• Ensure ongoing contract management through supplier performance management and business unit engagement

• Provide expert advice in supplier contract disputes minimizing escalations

• Lead complex stakeholder consultations and independently represents the IS Business Unit interests at internal meetings and working groups that will affect IS planned initiatives

• Apply knowledge of stakeholders and program needs to resolve disputes and bring closure to complex procurement issues

• Anticipate reactions to potential procurement approaches and works proactively to mitigate concerns among IS Business Unit and operating business units and the supplier community

• Influence IS Business Unit and operating Business Unit sourcing approaches by exercising a high degree of people skills and by effectively positioning ideas and content

• Support training/guidance on procurement and category management methodology

Minimum Qualifications

• A University Degree and/or designation in Business or a Supply Chain Management program

• Minimum requirement of 4 years of Supply Chain Management sourcing experience in Information Systems and technology sourcing and contracting experience

• A combination of education and experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with relevant SAP/Ariba/Power BImodules an asset

• Excellent written verbal and presentation skills; able to distill concepts and make them compelling and suitable for Director Level presentation

• Aptitude for technical topics i.e. when sourcing a technical material or service candidate is naturally interested in learning technical details of the material/service experience with terms and conditions

• Strong relationshipbuilding skills with a proven history of collaborating effectively across functions and fostering a One Team environment

To remain competitive support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure spanning Canada the U.S. and Mexico. Every day our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needsmoving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable reliable and sustainable power across North America while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race religion age sex color national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran status or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidates qualifications.

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