Contracts Specialist - Oil Sands

The Opportunity

JOB DESCRIPTION

Make your mark while you grow your career! Are you a Contracts Specialist with a passion for innovation and excellence? Do you want to join a leading energy producer that values your skills and expertise? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our Oil Sands team based in Calgary at Canadian Natural.

You will have exposure to all phases of the contracting process, from developing cost analytics and plans, to executing and leading the contract management requirements for a portfolio of contracts. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our business by working with a variety of stakeholders to maximize efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your value and contribute to one of the premier oil & gas producers in the world.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta
• Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
• Safety sensitive position: No
• Application deadline: November 3, 2024
  
  

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and support sourcing, contracting, and vendor development activities for an assigned portfolio of contracts, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance with business requirements, terms and conditions, and service level agreements
• Conduct market research, data analysis, risk assessments, and contract negotiations to provide valuable insights, drive continuous improvement, and safeguard the organization’s interests
• Develop and deliver reports and metrics, including spend evaluations and cost comparisons, to enable informed business decisions and support contract compliance efforts and audits
• Demonstrate exceptional time management and relationship building skills, working within tight timelines, tracking action items, and keeping internal stakeholders informed throughout the sourcing and contracting lifecycle
• Stay updated with current industry trends, regulations, and best practices, engaging in continuous learning to enhance contract management methodologies and contribute to organizational growth
• Prepare, administer, and manage contracts, including change orders and amendments as needed, ensuring smooth contract management and maintaining auditable contract files
  
  

What You Bring To The Role

• Typically 5 – 15+ years of contract management experience with a university degree or related post-secondary education
• Practical experience with contract development, including exposure to negotiating contract terms and conditions and leading commercial negotiations
• Experience with contract management systems
• Experienced in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Power Point and Word
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Desire to pursue or completion of a Supply Chain Management Professional designation is considered an asset
  
  

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
  
  

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!

About Us

Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Check out some of our Employee Testimonials !

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.