As a Senior Contracts and Procurement Specialist, you will be accountable for developing and implementing strategies and leading sourcing initiatives in support of Irving Oil’s Turnaround Procurement. Your goal will be to procure assets and services efficiently and effectively, and manage supplier contracts, relationships and performance across a variety of business units. Your success will be demonstrated in your ability to lead and manage multiple customers and stakeholders, understand and align to customer’s markets, strategies, priorities and plans, and collaborate to timely deliver on commitments.What We Offer:Work Environment - Work in our beautiful home office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse, and a caféCompetitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowanceFlexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needsPaid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacationWellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance ProgramOpportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching programYour Responsibilities:Support turnaround procurement activities by working closely with internal / external stakeholders on the development of category profile, position papers and sourcing strategiesManage independently all aspects of work assignments in line with company Policies and ProceduresSupport identifying and implementing negotiating, savings, and related category strategiesUnderstand demand patterns to influence efficiencies through standardizationDraft contractual agreements and support negotiations of GSA’s, MSA’s, and other agreementsManage contracts and supplier relationshipsIdentify external and internal stakeholders and engage them in all activitiesSupport supplier consolidation activitiesSupport Internal Total Cost of Ownership reduction initiativesAnalyze price behaviour and forecast pricesEffectively manage procurement cycles to align with project schedulesMentor other contract specialistsYour Skills:Effective communication skills (oral and written) for clearly conveying information to stakeholders across varying level of organizationProfessional demeanor and presentationStrong data analysis and techno-commercial evaluationsAbility to navigate in a fast-paced, changing environmentCommitted to achieving resultsAdvanced organizational skills and instincts with a practical sense of how to get things doneUnderstanding of legal concepts related to contracts, including legal terminology and how to draft, review, and interpret contract terms and conditions would be an advantageYour Experience:University Degree in Business or related field of studyMinimum 5-10 years in procurement and contracts within the energy or oil and gas sector in positions with increasing accountability and responsibilityRegistered with SCMA (Supply Chain Canada Association) would be an assetIrving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.Job Requirements - Work ExperienceJob Requirements - Education
