Sourcing and Contracting Specialist – Oilsands (Mining)

Canadian Natural•Calgary, AB

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At Canadian Natural, we are dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in the energy sector. As a recognized leader in Canada’s energy industry, we operate one of the strongest and most diversified asset portfolios of any independent energy producer in the world. Make your mark while you grow your career! As a Sourcing and Contracting Specialist (End-to-End), you will lead the strategy and management of supplier contracts for Canadian Natural’s operations and projects. You will partner with stakeholders, suppliers, and legal teams to deliver optimized sourcing strategies, secure favorable terms, ensure compliance, and manage risk while driving cost efficiency. The role offers a dynamic opportunity to support operations across Canada while building deep expertise in strategic sourcing and contract management within a collaborative, high-performing team that values innovation and continuous improvement. The Commercial Operations Team Vision is to be a trusted, high performing Commercial Operations team that creates measurable value through disciplined high-quality execution, strong strategic partnership, and a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, law, or a related field from a recognized university
Minimum of 5 - 10 years of progressive experience in sourcing and contracting experience within the energy sector or a related industry
Proven expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts up to $50 MM, with strong knowledge of contract law and industry regulations applicable to the Canadian energy market
Bold, entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to challenge the status quo, identify opportunities, and drive innovative, value-focused sourcing solutions
Ability to analyze macroeconomic market trends, including commodity price volatility, inflation, currency fluctuations, and supplier financial health, and translate insights into strategic, value-driven actions
Experience managing Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program, establishing KPIs, driving performance, identifying continuous improvement initiatives, and unlocking value opportunities

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) are considered an asset

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives to secure goods and services at optimal value, manage risk, and align outcomes with business objectives through strong cross-functional collaboration
Anticipate business needs by clarifying requirements early, challenging assumptions and the status quo, and delivering high-quality, end-to-end sourcing solutions through effective stakeholder management
Represent Canadian Natural as a trusted commercial partner in all supplier and stakeholder engagements, strengthening relationships and upholding the company’s reputation and values
Leverage data-driven analysis and market intelligence (supply/demand, supplier capabilities, total cost of ownership) to generate strategic insights, identify value opportunities, and support informed decision-making
Develop high-quality, executive-level communications that distill complex commercial, legal, and operational information into clear insight and strategic recommendations for senior stakeholders
Lead the end-to-end contract formation and administration process, delivering clear, fit-for-purpose agreements that maximize value, mitigate risk, and align with organizational objectives and standards
Drive supplier and contractor relationship management, ensuring performance and compliance, resolving complex claims and commercial disputes, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to protect organization value and operational integrity