Data Scientist - Inventory

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Are you passionate about data and thrive on tackling complex challenges? Do you have a keen eye for detail and love making a real impact? Join our dynamic team as a Data Advisor!

Reporting directly to the SCM Manager – Inventory Planning, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our inventory strategy. As our Data Advisor, you’ll dive deep into exploratory data analysis, ensuring our Material Requirements Planning (MRP) inventory master data is clean, well-governed, and optimized for peak performance. You’ll be at the forefront of driving efficiency and accuracy, making a tangible difference every day.

Minimum Requirements:

- Oil and Gas experience - Minimum 6-10+ years’ work experience in a related field (e.g., business, science, engineering, etc.)

- A Supply Chain or Operations professional designation (eg. Apics / ASCM - CPIM, CSCP, and/or CLTD)

- Advanced understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Materials Management strategies, and formulas for statistical analysis using material criticality, service levels, and standard deviation for determining stocking decisions.

- Experience in performing exploratory data analysis for inventory demand, material MRP master data, and material consumption patterns.

- Strong experience with Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, DAX, Power Query and Data Flows.

- Proficient in SQL and data modeling techniques.

- Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric and Azure Synapse is a plus.

- Experience with automation using Power Automate or scripting in Python.

- Advanced Technical competency in SAP S/4; Extensive knowledge with the SAP Material Management (MM) modules; familiarity with the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) and Enterprise Warehouse Management (EWM) module and material master MRP settings.

- Expertise in Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, ServiceNow, MS Office

Responsibilities:

- Define and scope necessary SAP inventory reporting and supplemental systems to continuously improve management of company stocks

- Develop recommendations, facilitate, action, and report on inventory optimization and improvement projects through analysis of transaction histories, business needs, and facilities constraints.

- Apply expertise of inventory classification, control, and planning processes to analyze and report on inventory metrics, control issues, and carrying costs.

- Create and optimize data models, measures, and DAX calculations to support reporting requirements.

- Develop, publish, and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards, reports and apps.

- Effectively manage inventory performance and optimization for Suncor wide Inventory including critical spare parts to ensure reliable operation of Suncor plants and/or completion of major projects, thereby avoiding increased costs and reduction in profitability.

- Govern material master MRP data integrity to ensure the compliance to our Material Requirements Planning (MRP) parameter matrix for SAP materials along with Inventory Planning standards, processes, guidelines, and procedures.

- Identify and mitigate risks to internal customer inventory supply by developing alternate processes, channels, or strategies.

- Develop and implement processes and solutions to manage inventory stock levels while balancing the preservation of working capital.

- Provide on-going development, support, and training of processes to internal clients in the areas of inventory management, demand planning, and stocking strategies.

- Provide the business with visibility and understanding of financial risk associated with excess & obsolete inventory.

- Accountable to the maintenance and governance of the Inventory Management standard and documented processes and procedures.

- Support the Asset Recovery process for approved surplus inventory disposal and recovery.

- Ensure SOX Audit compliance for DOA approvals to inventory Stock Plan order control changes.

- Coaching other staff/training: Must serve as a technical resource to teammates and be able to translate technical information for non-technical audiences

Location and other key details:

- You will work out of our Calgary head office, located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 – 6th Ave S.W.

- Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday

- Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.