Category Specialist

This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements. Why WestJet: Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success. Join us, this is where your career story takes off. Overview Reporting to the Director of Strategic Procurement, the Category Specialist supports sourcing and contracting, with a primary focus on Technical Operations and Fleet . Working closely with Category Managers (Components, Airframe Maintenance and Engines/Powerplant) and technical business partners, the role supports category and contract strategy and converts requirements into RFx packages, negotiations and executable agreements. Main Responsibilities Execute assigned aircraft technical sourcing initiatives and contract renewals from requirements definition through award and contract execution. Develop complete RFx packages, including commercial requirements, pricing schedules, bidder instructions, evaluation criteria and contract documentation. Work with TechOps stakeholders to develop and edit scopes of work, specifications, deliverables and performance requirements. Coordinate technical and commercial evaluations, analyze supplier proposals and prepare clear award recommendations. Develop negotiation positions and lead or support negotiations based on the value, risk and complexity of the procurement. Draft and revise contracts, amendments, statements of work, schedules, pricing attachments and commercial terms. Coordinate Legal and stakeholder review. Support Category Managers with spend, supplier, market and contract analysis to inform category plans, sourcing priorities and contract strategy. Manage multiple sourcing and contracting files, approvals, timelines, renewals and records in line with procurement and regulatory requirements. Experience and Qualifications 2 to 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing/procurement, contracting for services and materials or a related commercial role. Aviation, aerospace, MRO or another technical and regulated industry is preferred. Proven experience developing RFx packages, evaluation criteria and sourcing recommendations. Proven experience negotiating commercial terms and drafting or revising contracts and scopes of work. Ability to work with engineers and technical stakeholders and translate technical requirements into sourcing and contract documents. Highly organized, strong commercial, analytical, organizational and written communication skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of concurrent files. Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or a related discipline, or equivalent education and experience. A procurement or supply chain designation is an asset. Preferred Technical Experience Experience sourcing aircraft components, repairable or rotable parts, repair services, OEM products, exchange or leasing programs, or MRO services. Familiarity with time and material, fixed-price, exchange, lease, repair or performance-based commercial models. The benefits of being a WestJetter: WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer: A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs Think we’re a great fit? Apply now! About WestJet Group of Companies WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in …

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