Contracts Specialist - Calgary, Canada - Canadian Natural

Canadian Natural

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

The Opportunity:

If you have a passion for supply management and for complex contracts, we may have the ideal role for you As a Supply Management Professional, you will be responsible for the end-to-end contracting life cycle supporting operational activities of Canadian Natural's Oil Sands mines.

You will collaborate with the business areas to understand their requirements and to obtain best value for Canadian Natural during the acquisition of good and services, and during administration of the related contracts

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Job location:Calgary, Alberta

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Shift schedule:5 x 2, 8 hours/day

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Safety sensitive position:No

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Application deadline:May 27, 2024

Key Accountabilities:

Develop strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders to source goods and services that provide best value to Canadian Natural
Develop and manage contracts with international manufacturers and distributors, with complex terms and conditions and cost structures
Create procurement plans, RFPs, award recommendations and contracts
Postaward contract management activities such as evaluating change orders, price adjustments, credit and rebate reconciliations, warranty requests and claims management
Develop and implement supplier performance reviews to enhance working relationships and to drive continuous improvement using relevant key metrics such as safety, costs and schedule adherence)
Interface with internal stakeholders to ensure overall governance and financial controls are met during the term of the contract

What You Bring to the Role:

5+ years of contract administration experience within a heavy industrial setting (e.g. oil & gas, chemicals, mining) is highly desired, combined with a university degree or related post-secondary education
Experience utilizing internal and external data to create benchmarks and set targets for negotiation of new contracts, inclusive of defined price lists and rate sheets for goods, equipment and services
Ability to develop effective negotiation strategies that achieve customer targets
Experience with complex RFP processes as well as sole/single source negotiations
Background in successful implementation of supplier KPI scorecards as part of a SRM process, with a proven track record of value creation
Capability to understand and manage commercial risk, liability and legal terms and conditions
Experience working in a crossfunctional environment and providing internal customer service
Excellent communication skills, including business writing for an executive audience

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural's Relocation Policy
100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
Health & Wellness Spending Account
Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays

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