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The Senior Commercial Advisor is responsible for managing and executing complex, long-term supply agreements across multiple counterparties, while optimizing feedstock value and supporting commercial performance. This role serves as a critical liaison between external suppliers and internal stakeholders, including Operations, Accounting, Finance, Credit, Regulatory, and Legal. The position requires strong commercial acumen, relationship management, analytical capability, and negotiation skills to ensure contractual compliance, resolve issues effectively, and advance strategic business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly collaborative team environment where strong partnerships, cross-functional engagement, and shared success are at the core of how we work. The role offers exposure to a dynamic and fast-paced business where priorities, challenges, and opportunities continually evolve, providing ongoing variety and professional growth. As part of supporting a new facility and managing complex and unique commercial agreements, you will gain valuable experience and broaden your commercial expertise. Equally important, this position offers the opportunity to influence and enhance processes, reporting, and ways of working, allowing you to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the organization's long-term success.Key Activities and Responsibilities
- Cultivate and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with commercial counterparties and key internal stakeholders to support effective partnership, issue resolution, and successful business outcomes- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of contractual terms and provisions, accurately interpreting and applying contractual requirements to assess impacts, support decision-making, and align stakeholders on recommended actions- Develop, recommend, and implement commercial strategies that advance business objectives, maximize value, and support long-term commercial success- Manage commercial agreements throughout their lifecycle, ensuring all contractual obligations are met- Review commercial data, settlement information, and contractual requirements with a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical rigor- Identify commercial risks and implement effective mitigation strategies- Apply sound judgment, critical thinking, and commercial acumen to analyze complex issues and drive effective, business-focused resolutions- Proactively communicate progress updates, key issues, and emerging risks to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment- Prepare clear and concise presentation materials for Management- Actively lead and support ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives through successful completionEducation, Skills and Experience
- University Degree with 10+ years of previous related Commercial Oil & Gas experience required - Resourceful and adaptable, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, resolve complex issues, and deliver practical solutions- Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability, ownership, and commitment to achieving business objectives- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills, with the ability to effectively manage competing demands- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical rigor- Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapts effectively to changing priorities- Committed to continuous learning, professional development, and knowledge sharingHours Monday-Friday full-time Inter Pipeline recognizes the importance of properly rewarding our employees by offering attractive employee benefits. Please visit our “working with us” page to learn about the compensation and benefits offerings Working Here | Inter Pipeline As this position is identified as security sensitive, employment of a final candidate will be conditional upon completion of a pre-employment criminal background check assessment with satisfactory results.
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About Inter Pipeline
We are a major energy infrastructure business that has experienced tremendous growth over the past decade. This growth has provided our employees with stability, positive challenges, new career paths and opportunities to work in a dynamic team environment. No matter where your role at Inter Pipeline may lie, you are provided ample opportunities for valued contribution and innovation, with a strong emphasis on employee growth. We understand that providing an environment which fosters the development of our employees is integral to our success, and are proud to offer employees the chance to establish and advance their careers in a way that is not often found at larger organizations.
Inter Pipeline was chosen as one of Alberta’s Top 80 Employers for the 9th year in a row in 2024 and was named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for the second time in company history. From competitive compensation packages to wellness initiatives and employee events, we have a lot to offer and we are proud to be a top employer in this challenging landscape. This achievement would not have been reached without our employees and their commitment to our core values, hard work and determination over the year.
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About the role
Description
The Senior Commercial Advisor is responsible for managing and executing complex, long-term supply agreements across multiple counterparties, while optimizing feedstock value and supporting commercial performance. This role serves as a critical liaison between external suppliers and internal stakeholders, including Operations, Accounting, Finance, Credit, Regulatory, and Legal. The position requires strong commercial acumen, relationship management, analytical capability, and negotiation skills to ensure contractual compliance, resolve issues effectively, and advance strategic business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly collaborative team environment where strong partnerships, cross-functional engagement, and shared success are at the core of how we work. The role offers exposure to a dynamic and fast-paced business where priorities, challenges, and opportunities continually evolve, providing ongoing variety and professional growth. As part of supporting a new facility and managing complex and unique commercial agreements, you will gain valuable experience and broaden your commercial expertise. Equally important, this position offers the opportunity to influence and enhance processes, reporting, and ways of working, allowing you to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the organization's long-term success.Key Activities and Responsibilities
- Cultivate and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with commercial counterparties and key internal stakeholders to support effective partnership, issue resolution, and successful business outcomes- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of contractual terms and provisions, accurately interpreting and applying contractual requirements to assess impacts, support decision-making, and align stakeholders on recommended actions- Develop, recommend, and implement commercial strategies that advance business objectives, maximize value, and support long-term commercial success- Manage commercial agreements throughout their lifecycle, ensuring all contractual obligations are met- Review commercial data, settlement information, and contractual requirements with a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical rigor- Identify commercial risks and implement effective mitigation strategies- Apply sound judgment, critical thinking, and commercial acumen to analyze complex issues and drive effective, business-focused resolutions- Proactively communicate progress updates, key issues, and emerging risks to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment- Prepare clear and concise presentation materials for Management- Actively lead and support ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives through successful completionEducation, Skills and Experience
- University Degree with 10+ years of previous related Commercial Oil & Gas experience required - Resourceful and adaptable, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, resolve complex issues, and deliver practical solutions- Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability, ownership, and commitment to achieving business objectives- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills, with the ability to effectively manage competing demands- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical rigor- Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapts effectively to changing priorities- Committed to continuous learning, professional development, and knowledge sharingHours Monday-Friday full-time Inter Pipeline recognizes the importance of properly rewarding our employees by offering attractive employee benefits. Please visit our “working with us” page to learn about the compensation and benefits offerings Working Here | Inter Pipeline As this position is identified as security sensitive, employment of a final candidate will be conditional upon completion of a pre-employment criminal background check assessment with satisfactory results.
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About Inter Pipeline
We are a major energy infrastructure business that has experienced tremendous growth over the past decade. This growth has provided our employees with stability, positive challenges, new career paths and opportunities to work in a dynamic team environment. No matter where your role at Inter Pipeline may lie, you are provided ample opportunities for valued contribution and innovation, with a strong emphasis on employee growth. We understand that providing an environment which fosters the development of our employees is integral to our success, and are proud to offer employees the chance to establish and advance their careers in a way that is not often found at larger organizations.
Inter Pipeline was chosen as one of Alberta’s Top 80 Employers for the 9th year in a row in 2024 and was named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for the second time in company history. From competitive compensation packages to wellness initiatives and employee events, we have a lot to offer and we are proud to be a top employer in this challenging landscape. This achievement would not have been reached without our employees and their commitment to our core values, hard work and determination over the year.