Contracts Advisor

Description: We are seeking a strategic, results-driven professional to join our Supply Chain organization as a Contracts Advisor focused on material and/or service contracting. This is a one year Contract position with potential for extension. As a subject matter expert, you will negotiate and manage the lifecycle of contracts and build strong relationships with the business and suppliers to deliver measurable cost, risk, and efficiency improvements. Minimum Requirements: 5-7 years of related professional experience and/or a combination of commercial and technical work experience (experience with Inspections, Testing and Cranes is preferred) A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or Supply Chain Proven track record in cost optimization, cost modeling, and total cost‑of‑ownership analysis Strong commercial, analytical, and negotiation skills with multi‑year, service‑based contracts Deep understanding of cost drivers, contracting models, and risk management in complex service markets Skilled in using SAP, Ariba, MyTrack and spend analytics tools to support sourcing and cost optimization initiatives Strong financial, business acumen, and commercial capabilities, and ability to lead others in connecting ideas, events and circumstances to identify effective business solutions in a complex environment Responsibilities: Identify cost‑reduction opportunities through market analysis, supplier collaboration, demand management and monitoring of category spend Apply data‑driven insights to challenge specifications, service delivery models, and commercial structures to achieve sustainable cost savings Lead sourcing‑to‑contract events, ensuring commercial outcomes balance cost efficiency, performance, and risk mitigation Design innovative commercial models and negotiation strategies that drive competitive advantage and cost improvement Manage supplier performance with emphasis on cost control, productivity, and continuous improvement and identify innovation and efficiency opportunities Manage project contract planning, contract strategy development, sourcing and negotiation activities through to contract formation and approval and claims / warranty management activities Partner with internal stakeholders to define business requirements and translate them into sourcing strategies that maximize cost efficiency Location and other Key details: This is an office-based role. You will work out of our Calgary head office. Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs

The role involves negotiating and managing the lifecycle of material and service contracts to drive cost, risk, and efficiency improvements. Key duties include leading sourcing events, designing commercial models, and managing supplier performance and project contract planning.

Candidates need 5-7 years of professional experience in commercial or technical contracting, preferably with experience in inspections, testing, and cranes. A Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain is preferred, along with proficiency in SAP and Ariba.

• SAPPreferred
• Supply chain managementPreferred
• Risk ManagementPreferred
• Contract NegotiationPreferred

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• Contract Negotiation
• Supply Chain Management
• Cost Optimization
• Cost Modeling
• Total Cost of Ownership Analysis
• Risk Management
• SAP
• Ariba
• MyTrack
• Spend Analytics
• Sourcing Strategy
• Supplier Performance Management
• Financial Acumen
• Market Analysis
• Claims Management
• Warranty Management

• Logistics
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative
• Legal
• Finance & Accounting

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 26, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available