SCM Category Manager, Rotating, Process & E&I Equipment, Pacific Link

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.

As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system.

With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your strengths in an environment that encourages Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us!

Location: Calgary, AB

Department: Pacific Link

Reports to: Director, SCM Materials & Logistics, Pacific Link

Worker Type: Employee

Schedule Type: Full-Time

Work Setting: In-office

Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative, motivated, and values-driven individual to join our dynamic team as a SCM Category Manager, Rotating, Process & E&I Equipment. In this role, you will lead strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier relationship management activities for critical rotating equipment, process equipment, electrical equipment, instrumentation, controls, and communications.

The successful candidate will bring expertise in category management, commercial negotiations, equipment procurement, and contract administration, while working closely with engineering, construction, operations, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. This position offers the opportunity to influence major equipment procurement strategies, develop key supplier partnerships, and contribute to the delivery of a significant energy infrastructure project through effective cost, schedule, quality, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop category and sourcing strategies for rotating equipment, process equipment, electrical equipment, instrumentation, controls and communications systems.
• Develop supply market intelligence, supplier capacity assessments, manufacturing schedules and procurement plans for critical facilities equipment.
• Lead supplier prequalification, market engagement, RFI, RFP and RFQ activities.
• Lead commercial evaluations, negotiations and contract award recommendations.
• Oversee full life cycle contract administration duties and provide indirect mentorship to contract administrators.
• Structure commercial protections related to performance guarantees, testing requirements, schedule commitments, liquidated damages, warranties, spare parts and lifecycle support.
• Coordinate commercial requirements with Engineering, Construction, Operations and Quality teams to ensure alignment with technical specifications and project execution requirements.
• Manage OEM relationships, strategic supplier development initiatives and sole-source risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate vendor data requirements, manufacturing progress, factory acceptance testing (FAT), inspection activities, logistics and site support requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance, manufacturing progress and delivery schedules and implement recovery plans where required.
• Support commissioning, startup and warranty management activities.
• Develop lifecycle cost analyses and total-cost-of-ownership evaluations for major equipment decisions.
• Support other material and service categories as required.

Key Deliverables

• Rotating, Process & E&I Category Strategy
• Supply Market Intelligence Assessments
• Equipment Sourcing and Procurement Plans
• Commercial Evaluation and Award Recommendations
• OEM and Strategic Supplier Management Plans
• Critical Equipment Manufacturing and Delivery Dashboard
• Lifecycle Cost and Value Optimization Assessments
• Supplier Performance and Lessons Learned Reports

Key Interfaces

• Engineering
• Operations
• Maintenance
• Construction
• Quality Assurance / Quality Control
• Project Controls
• Logistics
• Legal
• Finance
• Commissioning and Startup Teams

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related discipline.
• Significant experience procuring major rotating, process, electrical and instrumentation equipment for pipeline, energy, industrial or infrastructure projects.
• 10+ years of progressive expereince.
• Strong understanding of OEM contracting, performance guarantees, FAT requirements and lifecycle support arrangements.
• Experience leading complex commercial negotiations and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Technical literacy across mechanical, electrical and instrumentation disciplines.
• Knowledge of applicable CSA, IEEE, ISA, API, ASME and IEC standards is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and levels across the organization.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Working Conditions

• May need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend.

At Trans Mountain, we believe in an inclusive, accessible, and barrier free recruitment and selection process for all applicants. If you require an accommodation at any point in the process, please contact us at: [email protected] or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accommodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accommodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy.

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take. Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.

A Rewarding Opportunity

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• Comprehensive benefits programs including flexible benefits, pension and savings plans;
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together.

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.

In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day. We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.