Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Strategic Sourcing Manager on a permanent basis on our Procurement team.

This position is a remote/hybrid opportunity, and the location will be dependent on the successful candidate.

We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager addressing Major Projects Namely Energy Road Map - Path to Compliance. The Energy Roadmap focuses on the Cooperative Retailing System’s path to compliance and is the guiding plan to ensure a cleaner and more sustainable tomorrow. The plan outlines individual projects that are critical to success and will help to achieve low-carbon emission targets and compliance obligations. In its essence, the Energy Roadmap focuses on reducing emissions from transportation fuels, maximizing fuel production and distribution assets, and offering a competitive and sustainable path that cares for the environment and meets the needs of Co-op members, customers and western Canadian alike.

The role will support executing strategic projects safely, reliably, efficiently and seamlessly handing over facilities to Operations addressing the strategic thrust of the organization. This position will support implementation of the pillars of Supply Chain best practices: Quality Contracting, cost effective Procurement and foolproof transactions. The Strategic Sourcing Manager role will also participate in key project meetings (e.g., kickoffs, progress reviews, risk assessments) to provide real-time contractual guidance.

What you’ll do:

• Ensure SCM industry best practice in play, adhere to governance and develop Capital Projects contracting templates and processes
• Responsible for Strategy, Contracting Quilt, validating scope
• Responsible for detailed RFP and sourcing process for engineering and construction scopes of significant value
• Responsible for evaluation, and contract award recommendation
• Ensure Contract formation and negotiating complex commercial contracts including NDAs, MSAs, and vendor/supplier agreements
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements
• Responsible for Post Award Contract Management & contracts change management
• Identify potential risk for projects and develop mitigation strategies
• Develop KPIs to measure success
• Responsible for claims management where appropriate
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including major projects team, legal, finance, refinery operations, to align contractual terms with business objectives.
• Participate in project meetings (e.g., kick off, progress, clarification, reporting etc.). Provide guidance and interpretation of contractual terms to internal teams
• Help build complex project documents supporting Key Decision Records
• Generate opportunities for Indigenous vendors or suppliers
• Plan and Travel to site and project office when necessary

Why it matters:

We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering a range of professional services, including marketing, market research, information technology, human resources, accounting, risk management and business development.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Supply Chain and:

• Have 10+ years of relevant progressively responsible experience in Major Projects strategic sourcing, category management or supplier management.
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Commerce, Economics, Engineering or relevant fields (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered)
• Experience in the Energy, Oil & Gas, Mining industry preferred .
• Experience in contract/contractor management in the following areas would be an asset: selection of service providers; clear understanding of specific contractor dynamics (e.g.: union rules/regulations)
• Certificates in procurement, supply management, inventory management, Lean/Six Sigma, or operational planning are considered assets.
• MBA/Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or Operations Management is considered an asset.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via fclhr@fcl.crs. All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by July 18, 2025.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

As this position is considered a position of trust, you may be required to complete a criminal record check in accordance with Federated Co-operatives Limited policies.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.