Specialist SCM Vendor Audit & Compliance

This position exists to safeguard Enbridge's commercial interests by providing oversight of the Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance (VACC) program. Overall program accountability resides with the Supervisor SCM Governance & Process Excellence, while this role performs vendor audits, assesses contractual compliance, collaborates with suppliers and business stakeholders, identifies financial recovery opportunities, mitigates contractual risk, and supports supplier accountability and continuous improvement.

• Lead day-to-day Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance (VACC) activities to assess supplier compliance, mitigate risk, and identify value recovery opportunities.
• Support audit planning by helping establish priorities, scope, and objectives based on spend, risk, contractual rights, and business needs.
• Coordinate with Internal Audit, external auditors, suppliers, and business stakeholders to execute and report on vendor audits.
• Review contracts, financial data, and transactions to validate compliance and support audit findings.
• Assist with negotiations and resolution of audit findings to maximize recoveries and strengthen supplier accountability.
• Provide guidance on contractual, compliance, and commercial matters, recommending solutions that protect business interests and reduce risk.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Management, Legal, Accounts Payable, Internal Audit, and business partners to drive compliance initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement through corrective actions, process enhancements, and best-practice adoption.
• Monitor industry trends and audit practices, recommending improvements to enhance program effectiveness.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to drive program awareness, engagement, and successful outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Contract Management, Audit, Compliance, Finance, or a related field. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying complex commercial contracts, procurement agreements, and contract compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess contractual, financial, and operational data to identify risks, compliance issues, and value recovery opportunities.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing stakeholders across multiple levels of the organization.
• Strong negotiation, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present findings and recommendations to leadership and business stakeholders.
• Knowledge of procurement and contracting practices, internal controls, governance processes, and compliance principles. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, manage competing priorities, and work independently in a complex business environment.

• Enrollment in, or completion of a professional designation or certification in Supply Chain Management, Audit, Compliance, Accounting, or Contract Management (e.g., SCMA/PMAC, CPSM, CPA, CIA, CFE) is considered an asset.
• Experience supporting or overseeing vendor audit, contract compliance, recovery audit, or supplier governance program activities.
• Knowledge of SOX controls, internal audit practices, and risk management frameworks.
• Experience supporting supplier negotiations, dispute resolution, and financial recovery initiatives.
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud, SAP, or other procurement and contract management systems.
• Experience applying continuous improvement methodologies and change management principles.

Salary Ranges from $95,000 - $130,000 USD for US locations based upon candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity.

Salary Ranges from $95,000 - $130,000 CAD for Ontario locations based upon candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity.

Applicable compensation policies and guidelines apply to internal candidates.

Typical office environment.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:
Grasping, kneeling, light - moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.