engage people at all levels to work effectively towards desired outcomes. Their ability to listen and connect the dots allows
them to understand, prioritize and integrate business, technical and market trends and requirements to drive business
strategies. It is vital that they are able to understand and are comfortable with changing and complex business contexts and
adapt their leadership style to influence others at all levels to get things done. The ideal candidates understand what
leadership means in the context of their role and within BC Hydro, and they’re open to learning and evolving their
leadership.
High Level Outcomes:
- Ensures assigned categories are operating in a way that meets performance objectives and in alignment with approved
strategies. This includes ensuring plans are in place to manage risks and anticipate future trends, needs, changes.
- Leads/Manages development and implementation of: category strategies, sourcing, business process improvements,
supplier relationship management (SRM), benefit realization plans and other category management processes; supports
the business in contract management.
- Is recognized as a Category Expert for assigned categories. Knowledgeable in BC Hydro’s current and likely/possible
future business requirements. Understands the current and future supply market.
- Contributes to the sustainment and advancement of BC Hydro’s category management framework and processes.
What you bring
- University degree Bachelor’s or equivalent.
- 8+ years proven track record of both developing and executing value-add category, supplier or similar business strategies
to achieve specific business outcomes.
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
- Experience managing cross-functional project teams in a complex business environment, with multiple stakeholders and
strategic considerations.
- Experience planning and leading change initiatives using structured project management or equivalent.
- Experience communicating effectively verbally and in written form to various levels of audiences.
The following Skills/Abilities/Competencies are associated with success for this role:
Strategic Thinking: Able to effectively deal with varied perspectives and the complexities of our company. Shows sound
judgment and business acumen as analysis, trade-offs and decisions are informed by a broad, comprehensive, and
longterm view - while taking into consideration internal and external stakeholders. Has a strategic thinking mindset reflected
in their day-to-day work; can “connect the dots” understanding how one issue or decision impacts others.
Execution and Working Smart: Plans ahead, solves problems, increases efficiency, and gets things done safely. Looks for
ways to make process improvements by being open to employee recommendations for innovations that could positively
impact our company.
Relationship Development and Collaboration: Intentionally develops collaborative relationships within, and external to, BC
Hydro in support of business objectives. Understands the value of workforce diversity and the importance of including
different perspectives to inform solutions to business problems. Models a one-hydro approach, ensuring that decisions
support the broader needs of the organization.
Communication & Presence: Communicates effectively with a variety of stakeholders in writing (briefings, presentations)
and verbally (meetings, one-on-one). Knows the audience and can adjust the communication accordingly, adapting to
questions and audience needs. Projects a positive and poised presence; is influential, present and attentive.
Self-Management: Manages stress, a variable workload and competing demands. Promotes and models resiliency. Is
selfaware and understands how their behaviour impacts others. Acknowledges mistakes and takes responsibility for their
actions and work. Is open to learning and demonstrates, through their actions, the importance of self-development.
Business Acumen: Able to assess complex BC Hydro supply market, sourcing and contract situations, what is needed,
apply sound judgment and design pragmatic approach to deliver required goal(s) and outcomes.
In addition to the above competencies, we are looking for the following in our candidates:
- Quick learner with a growth mindset and team orientation.
- Accountable influencer that shapes perspectives and drives results.
What we offer
- A comprehensive benefits package
