Tundra Oil & Gas is a Manitoba-based oil and gas exploration and production company and a wholly owned subsidiary of Winnipeg-based James Richardson & Sons, Limited. Tundra’s head office is in Winnipeg, with additional offices in Virden, Estevan, and Calgary. At Tundra, we believe that our people are the foundation of our success, and we are dedicated to growing our company in a sustainable and disciplined way. This philosophy has served us well since our inception in 1980. Today, Tundra is a team 400-strong, and a leader in the Manitoba and southeast Saskatchewan oil industry. We take pride in supporting the communities in which we operate and stewarding the resources we manage for today and for the future. We are committed to working together and to getting everyone home safe every day.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Tundra is excited to announce an opportunity for a Supply Chain Manager, based out of the Virden, MB office.    The main responsibilities of the Supply Chain Manager are to lead procurement, supply chain, and inventory strategies for Tundra Oil & Gas, ensuring reliable supply, cost effectiveness, and alignment with operational and business objectives. This includes sourcing goods and services, managing supplier relationships, optimizing inventory and asset utilization, and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain. 

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Facilities & Field Operations

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Supply Chain Strategy & Sourcing

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with operational and business objectives.
• Analyze spend, market trends, and supplier performance to identify cost savings and value creation opportunities.
• Establish and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Develop and manage preferred supplier programs and strategic vendor relationships.
• Lead sourcing initiatives, including RFQs, RFPs, tenders, evaluations, and contract awards.
• Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing, service levels, and contract terms with suppliers and contractors.
• Monitor supply chain performance through KPIs, dashboards, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, corporate policies, and ethical procurement standards. 

Procurement & Supplier Performance

• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Finance, and other stakeholders to support business requirements.
• Source materials, equipment, and services to support operational and project activities.
• Manage supplier and contractor relationships to ensure quality, service, and cost effectiveness.
• Resolve commercial and payment issues in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through proactive planning and supplier engagement. 

Inventory, Warehousing & Asset optimization

• Develop inventory strategies to balance material availability and inventory investment. 
• Maintain optimal inventory levels and replenishment practices. 
• Oversee warehouses, staging yards, material cribs, and field inventory locations. 
• Optimize material utilization and reduce excess, obsolete, and surplus inventory. 
• Manage used equipment inventories and identify opportunities for redeployment across operations. 
• Develop programs to inspect, refurbish, and return recoverable materials and equipment to service. 
• Oversee tubing and rod recovery, inspection, repair, and inventory processes to maximize asset reuse and reduce capital spending. 
• Evaluate refurbishment versus replacement costs to support cost-effective asset management decisions. 
• Support logistics, transportation, and material movement across operations. 
• Ensure inventory accuracy, material control, and system integrity. 

Fleet & Asset Management

• Manage the company's vehicle fleet and utilization strategies.
• Monitor fleet performance and recommend fleet optimization opportunities.
• Support asset lifecycle and inventory management processes. 

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead, coach, and develop the Supply Chain team.
• Manage team performance with a high focus on performance, value creation, and continuous improvement.
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders to improve supply chain effectiveness and business outcomes
• Drive continuous improvement, process optimization, and digital transformation initiatives. 
• Other related duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain Management, or industry related programs
• Minimum 10 years’ progressive experience in a purchasing/procurement role 
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a management position
• Certified Professional Purchaser (C.P.P.) designation preferred 
• Proven experience negotiating and drafting complex vendor agreements
• Experience in the oil and gas industry preferred 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Demonstrated financial acumen and strategic analytical capability, with the ability to translate business data into informed decisions and measurable organizational results 
• Results-driven leader with a strong ownership mindset, fostering accountability, high performance, and a culture of continuous improvement
• Advanced understanding of business systems, processes, and technology
• Ability to leverage tools and insights to drive operational excellence and informed decision-making
• Innovative problem-solver that challenges conventional thinking and develops creative solutions 
• Highly adaptable and resilient, with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple projects to consistently deliver results
• Proven ability to lead, influence, and sustain organizational change, building engagement and commitment while delivering desired outcomes
• Superior communication skills, with the ability to influence, align, and inspire

OTHER DETAILS

• Tundra Oil & Gas Limited is committed to protecting the health and safety of all individuals involved in our business activities, and the communities where we live and work. Given this commitment, Tundra requires pre-employment drug & alcohol testing for all safety sensitive positions, including this one, recognizing the risks associated with the use of drugs and alcohol.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Be part of a proudly Canadian, privately owned energy company and grow your career with Manitoba’s largest oil producer.
• Enjoy competitive total rewards, including salary, annual incentive pay, long‑term incentives for eligible roles, and employer‑matched RRSP contributions.
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits, including a $5,000 mental health benefit, Healthy Lifestyle Allowance, maternity top‑up, paid parental leave, and personal leave.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including training investments, leadership programs, professional designation reimbursement, engineer‑in‑training programs and company-wide learning opportunities

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions. 

If you are interested in joining our rapidly growing team, please visit the Careers section of our website at www.tundraoilandgas.com [http://www.tundraoilandgas.com] and apply online to submit your cover letter and resume by August 19th, 2026. 

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.