ALA - Indigenous SCM Engagement Specialist

Job Description

The Indigenous SCM Engagement Specialist builds and maintains sustainable relationships with Indigenous communities that are strategically important to Alta Gas. The role creates opportunities for Indigenous contractors and suppliers, provides information on economic opportunities, and collaborates with internal teams and key contractors to maximize Indigenous participation in the company’s projects and operations.

• Strategic Engagement & Relationship Building

  Develop and sustain mutually beneficial relationships with strategic Indigenous communities in collaboration with Public Affairs and Indigenous Relations teams. Act as a liaison between Indigenous businesses, contractors, and internal SCM teams to facilitate subcontracting opportunities.

• Supply Chain Integration

  Participate in the development of Contract Development Plans (CDPs) and recommend Indigenous businesses for inclusion in RFPs. Incorporate Socio‑Economic Requirements of Contractors (SERC) into RFPs and support Indigenous inclusion objectives. Lead negotiations on contractors’ Socio‑Economic Plans (SEP) and provide evaluations and recommendations.

• Operational Support

  Review and approve subcontract awards during the Work Execution phase. Maintain databases of Indigenous businesses, engagement outcomes, and pre‑qualification status. Support Indigenous businesses in meeting pre‑qualification requirements and improving internal processes.

• Reporting & Compliance

  Ensure compliance with reporting requirements related to SCM and Indigenous engagement. Contribute to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reporting and Indigenous spend tracking.

• Advisory & Capacity Building

  Provide guidance to Indigenous communities on Joint Ventures (JV) and Limited Partnerships (LP) with pre‑approved contractors. Support Indigenous employment targets by working closely with Indigenous businesses and subcontractors.

• Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Native Studies, Supply Chain Management, Social Science, Business, or Communications.
  
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in Supply Chain and/or Indigenous Relations.
  
  • Strong background in Indigenous community engagement and business development.
  
  • Thorough understanding of SCM processes and Indigenous matters related to resource development or energy infrastructure.
  
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
  
  • High cultural awareness and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Preferred

  • Experience in the oil and gas industry or resource‑based businesses.
  
  • Professional certification in SCM (e.g., PMAC, ISM).
  
  • Experience with public speaking and leading challenging discussions.
  
  • Familiarity with internal tools such as ISNetworld, SIMS/Praxis.

Office‑based with frequent travel (approximately 50%) to Indigenous communities and project sites. Travel may include long driving hours and visits outside standard business hours. Occasional visits to operating regions may require personal protective equipment.

For Canadian hires:
Alta Gas hires personnel on the basis of job‑related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, records of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For U.S. hires:
Alta Gas is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, military status, disability, or other protected characteristics.