Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)

Master Data & Inventory Analyst

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 21, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Nov 2, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The analyst will govern master data and inventory processes to ensure enterprise data integrity and operational compliance. They will also lead process excellence initiatives and leverage analytics to optimize supply chain performance and support digital transformation.

Job details

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 Master Data & Inventory Analyst, you will play a key role in advancing inventory governance, master data excellence, and process improvement across the enterprise. Working closely with Supply Management, Operations, and Data & Analytics teams, you will drive data integrity, optimize inventory practices, and identify opportunities to streamline and standardize business processes. Through analytics, governance, and continuous improvement, you will help enhance operational performance, support digital transformation initiatives, and deliver measurable business value through more effective and efficient supply chain processes. At Canadian Natural, your expertise won’t just be valued – it’ll be instrumental in transforming how we manage data and deliver results. * Job location: Calgary, Alberta * Work schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts * Safety sensitive position: Yes * Application deadline: November 1, 2026 Key Accountabilities: * Govern item master, inventory, and supply chain data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and enterprise data integrity * Lead process excellence initiatives by identifying inefficiencies, standardizing workflows, and implementing sustainable business improvements * Drive inventory optimization by maintaining planning parameters, strengthening inventory governance, and identifying opportunities to improve service levels, inventory health, and to support reliable and cost-effective operations * Leverage analytics, KPIs, and reporting solutions that improve decision-making, inventory performance, and process visibility * Champion master data governance, data quality, and lifecycle management to strengthen operational consistency and business outcomes * Partner cross-functionally to resolve data and process challenges, streamline end-to-end workflows, and support digital transformation initiatives What You Bring to the Role: * Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, Information Systems, or related discipline, with 5+ years of relevant industry experience * Strong expertise in ERP and supply chain systems, master data governance, reporting, and process optimization * Advanced analytical capabilities, including Power BI, Tableau, Excel, and data visualization tools * Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally to deliver process improvements, operational efficiencies, and business value What We Offer: * Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses * May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy * 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits * Health & Wellness Spending Account * Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community * Employee & Family Assistance Program * Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development * Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS [https://www.cnrl.com/content/uploads/2024/03/Compensation-and-Benefits-Experienced.pdf] to learn more about what we have to offer! We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers [https://www.forbes.com/lists/canada-best-employers/?sh=1d264f302790] in 2025 and 2026. We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity. Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d. Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way. Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package. Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity. Check out some of our Employee Testimonials [https://www.youtube.com/@CanadianNaturalCNRL]! All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess post-secondary education in a relevant field and at least 5 years of industry experience. Strong expertise in ERP systems, master data governance, and advanced analytical tools like Power BI and Excel is required.