Lead, Contracts

Elk Valley Resources•Sparwood, BC

49d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Supervisor, Purchasing, the Lead, Contracts is responsible for sourcing and on-site execution, ensuring that contracts, suppliers, and logistics activities translate into safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of goods and services. You will act as the senior point of contact for site stakeholders and critical suppliers. To be successful, we are looking for an independent professional who excels in and contributes to a high-performance team environment. This person also has excellent collaboration and communication skills and can readily connect with internal and external stakeholders to deliver aligned solutions. We are looking for someone who has a continuous improvement mindset and can identify improvements to business processes and practices. Supply Chain Commercial and Contractual mastery and advanced negotiation skills are essential to the role. Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Requirements

Degree, diploma, certificate, or designation, such as Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or a similar program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum ten years of relevant experience, including experience with Project Contract management, bidding and contract execution
Excellent digital literacy and experience with the Microsoft Office SuiteÂ®
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of and experience working in the industrial engineering, mining and construction industry
Valid Class 5 Driverâ€™s License or equivalent

Responsibilities

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
Build and maintain relationships with relevant EVR stakeholders as well as relationships with key external suppliers
Develop the Site Workplan to support the site in execution and management of all Sourcing requirements
Perform end to end Sourcing events; Planning, Sourcing and Contracting
Support the coaching and mentoring of Buyer, Contract Specialists and/or Contract Administrators
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure governance and controls in Supplier contracts against all Company policies and processes
Support the business in making Commercially Smart decisions
Negotiate contract general conditions and commercial details while maintaining positive supplier relationships
Collaborate with Category Leads and Contract Specialists on supplier performance reviews
Identify, implement, and report on opportunities to improve the cost and performance of suppliers
Evaluate and monitor contract performance to determine amendments, extensions, and compliance to contractual obligations
Implement effective organizational change to ensure contract modifications are accurately evaluated, detailed, and approved
Resolve issues that arise between suppliers and internal stakeholders