Senior Contracts and Procurement Specialist

As a Senior Contracts and Procurement Specialist on our Supply Management team, you’ll lead end‑to‑end sourcing initiatives, manage key supplier relationships, and ensure strong contractual and commercial outcomes across your assigned category. Our professional procurement teams support a diverse portfolio—including Rail, Marine & Terminals, Fleet, Retail, Facilities, Corporate Services, Strategic Projects, and Refinery Operations. Your goal will be to play a critical role in delivering cost‑effective, high‑quality sourcing solutions that strengthen operational performance and reduce supply chain risk. Your success will depend on your ability to negotiate favorable terms, build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and continuously improve procurement processes through data-driven insights and industry best practices.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with Irving Oil, please apply by January 30, 2026. 

What We Offer:  

• Work Environment – Work onsite in either our beautiful home office building or within Canada’s largest Refinery, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a café 

• Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance   

• Flexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs 

• Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation   

• Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program   

• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program 

Your Responsibilities:  

• Develop and execute advanced category strategies that align with enterprise priorities and deliver long‑term value

• Lead complex strategic sourcing initiatives to drive cost optimization, innovation, and operational excellence

• Oversee end‑to‑end contract lifecycle management, ensuring supplier performance, compliance, and risk mitigation

• Optimize the procure‑to‑pay (P2P) process by identifying efficiency gaps, implementing controls, and driving continuous improvement

• Partner with senior stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business objectives, growth plans, and operational needs

• Negotiate high‑value contracts to secure competitive commercial terms, protect organizational interests, and minimize exposure

• Strengthen supplier relationship management programs, fostering collaboration, performance improvement, and strategic partnership

• Ensure adherence to procurement governance, policies, and industry best practices across all sourcing activities

Your Skills:  

• Demonstrated organizational and analytical strengths that consistently drive measurable results

• Proven ability to set clear objectives, monitor supplier performance, and leverage data for continuous improvement and informed decision‑making

• Strong communication skills with experience in conflict resolution and building productive, long‑term stakeholder relationships

• Skilled negotiator with leadership capabilities to effectively manage suppliers, contracts, and commercial outcomes

• Solid understanding of end‑to‑end project execution and delivery requirements

• Experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating supplier‑related risks to support supply chain resilience

• Proactive approach to highlighting contract activities and dependencies that may influence project timelines or outcomes

• Diplomatic, tactful, and professional in all interactions, with a commitment to maintaining positive working relationships

• Adaptable and effective in fast‑paced, dynamic environments

Your Experience:  

·       University Degree in Business or related field of study

·       Minimum 5-7 years’ experience within procurement roles

·       Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or similar designation an asset

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.​

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