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Senior Category Manager – ChemicalsAirswift • Calgary, AB, Canada
Senior Category Manager – Chemicals

Senior Category Manager – Chemicals

Airswift • Calgary, AB, Canada
8 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
  • Temporary
Job description

Airswift is seeking a Senior Category Manager – Chemicals to work with one of our O&G clients in Calgary, AB on a initial 6‑month contract with a strong potential for permanent hire based on performance.


The role is to support strategic sourcing, specifically focused on management of Commodity and Specialty Chemicals.


Key Accountabilities:

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives, applying forward-looking thinking and commercial acumen to optimize contract outcomes and mitigate risk.
  • Lead the negotiation and lifecycle management of contracts, ensuring alignment with commercial objectives, regulatory requirements, and evolving market conditions.
  • Apply in-depth market research and industry analysis to evaluate supplier capabilities, assess pricing structures, and identify opportunities within key commodity portfolios, particularly within chemicals and related categories.
  • Manage supplier and contractor relationships to enhance performance, foster collaboration, and drive continuous value creation through effective contract governance.
  • Utilize data analytics, spend analysis, and benchmarking to generate actionable insights, enabling informed decision-making and improved cost management.
  • Communicate complex commercial concepts clearly through impactful presentations, influencing stakeholders and supporting alignment on sourcing strategies.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by assessing market trends, identifying process enhancements, and advancing innovative approaches within supply chain practices.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and Canadian contract law across all supply management activities.


Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Law, or a related field from a recognized university.
  • Minimum of 10 - 15 years of progressive experience in operations, category management, and strategic sourcing. Previous experience supporting a Chemical portfolio is an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to initiate and develop strategies without prompting from the Business Unit.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence Business Units and others.
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