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Irving Oil

Senior Contracts and Procurement Specialist

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Irving Oil
International refining and marketing company operating large refineries and fueling networks across North America and Europe.
Develop and manage sourcing, contracts, and supplier performance for refinery operations.
13d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,277 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Distribution
Retail Services
Fuel Supply
Energy Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Wholesale
Specialty Fuels
Propane
Heating Oil
Liquid Asphalt
Jet Fuel
Marine Gas Oil
Bunker Fuel
Role
What you would be doing
supply management
rfx management
strategic sourcing
stakeholder engagement
contract management
cost reduction
  • Implement supply management best practices
  • Manage RFx initiatives, proposal evaluations, negotiation strategies, contract negotiations, execution, and maintenance
  • Lead, manage, and implement sourcing activities using the strategic sourcing process methodology; and steward multi-year category sourcing strategies utilizing best practices
  • Assist with mentoring / learning / coaching with junior and intermediate members of the team
  • Identify external and internal stakeholders and their requirements and engage appropriately in activities
  • Manage contracts and supplier relationships, including the development and implementation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement and increased value
  • Facilitate internal Total Cost of Ownership reduction initiatives and identify savings opportunities
What you bring
supply chain
contract drafting
excel
scmp
negotiation
analytical
  • Experience in supply chain management, contract authorship and contract management
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present information to support decision-making
  • Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
  • Minimum ten years’ experience in the oil and gas industry with a focus in construction and industrial maintenance
  • Strong contract drafting skills and knowledge of contract law
  • Understand and align markets, strategies, priorities, and plans
  • Financial acumen is also considered an asset
  • Strong negotiation, influencing, and persuasion skills
  • Strong ability to work as part of a team, network, and build relationships
  • Ability to judge complex situations, identify critical aspects of issues, creatively use data sources, structure complex analyses, think through solutions, develop recommendations and sell to stakeholders
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and cost modeling skills
  • Post-secondary education in business, law, engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Understand legal concepts as they pertain to proposals, contracting, and executing on existing contracts
  • Ability to evaluate and mitigate commercial risks
  • Professional demeanor and presentation
  • Ability to identify opportunities for innovation within the supply chain, develop strategic visions and create plans for implementation
  • Experience working with unionized contractors would be considered an asset
  • Experience in using Excel and PowerPoint to generate actionable insights, dashboards, and executive-level reports
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to be flexible and adapt well to change
  • Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation or other similar designation would be considered an asset
Benefits
  • 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
  • Work Environment –Work onsite in our beautiful home office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse, and a café
  • 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
  • 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
Training + Development
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1924
Year Established
Began operations as a regional lubricant supplier.
300,000 bpd
Refinery Capacity
Operates Canada's largest refinery with a capacity of 300,000 barrels per day.
900+
Gas Stations
Maintains a vast network of over 900 gas stations across multiple regions.
$172M
Project Investment
Conducted a major refinery upgrade costing US $172 million, involving thousands of workers.
  • Specializes in refining, fuel distribution, marine shipping, trucking logistics, and infrastructure development.
  • Strong history of vertical integration, managing everything from refining to retail, shipping, and terminal operations.
  • Notably one of the first adopters of unleaded and low‑sulphur gasoline in North America, showing early innovation.
  • Privately held by the Irving family, it remains independent while evolving its assets and expanding in Europe via Top Oil.
Culture + Values
  • Safety is our top priority.
  • Integrity: We act with honesty and transparency.
  • Teamwork: We work together to achieve shared goals.
  • Excellence: We strive for continuous improvement.
  • Accountability: We take ownership of our actions.
  • Customer Focus: We are committed to meeting the needs of our customers.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-Zero by 2050
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target
Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050.
  • Investing in renewable energy, including biofuels and hydrogen.
  • Reducing carbon intensity in refining operations.
  • Working to reduce waste and improve recycling across operations.
  • Engaging in biodiversity preservation and water stewardship programs.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Aims to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.
  • Focuses on creating an environment where all employees feel valued and respected.
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