Supply Management Analyst

Canadian Natural • Calgary, AB

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity: 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 Supply Chain Analyst within our Oil Sand’s team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping high‑impact initiatives that drive our business forward. Leveraging your contract management expertise, you’ll support the successful execution of complex operations—ensuring contractual compliance, strengthening supplier partnerships, and delivering measurable value. From building cost analytics and contracting strategies to issuing RFPs, leading negotiations, and managing contracts end‑to‑end, you’ll gain exposure across the full contracting lifecycle. This is your opportunity to influence outcomes, champion continuous improvement, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to maximize efficiency and create lasting impact.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in contract management, with 5+ years of experience supported by a university degree or relevant post‑secondary education
• Hands‑on experience developing and negotiating contracts, including drafting terms and conditions that mitigate risk and deliver value
• Proficiency with contract management systems, enabling efficient oversight, compliance, and lifecycle management
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, to analyze data and communicate insights effectively
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate across teams, and deliver results on time
• All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• Commitment to professional growth, with a Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation completed or actively pursued considered a strong asset

Responsibilities

• Explore the market and uncover insights by conducting in‑depth marketplace research and data analysis to support confident, strategic decision‑making
• Lead competitive sourcing initiatives by issuing RFPs and RFQs, evaluating commercial and technical responses, and presenting clear, data‑driven recommendations to stakeholders
• Manage contracts end‑to‑end—from preparation and administration through amendments, change orders, and close‑out—ensuring smooth execution across the full contract lifecycle
• Turn data into decisions by developing meaningful reports, metrics, spend analyses, and cost comparisons that inform business strategy
• Optimize performance and compliance by monitoring supplier and contract performance, proactively addressing issues, and ensuring contractual obligations and SLAs are consistently met
• Collaborate to drive efficiency and value by working closely with cross‑functional partners to improve processes and maximize commercial outcomes

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Extensive career development opportunities
• Access to multiple learning platforms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree