Supply Management Professional

The Opportunity
At Canadian Natural, we are dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in the energy sector. As a recognized leader in Canada’s energy industry, we operate one of the strongest and most diversified asset portfolios of any independent energy producer in the world.

Job Description
At Canadian Natural, we are dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in the energy sector. As a recognized leader in Canada’s energy industry, we operate one of the strongest and most diversified asset portfolios of any independent energy producer in the world. Make your mark while you grow your career! As a Sourcing and Contracting Specialist (End-to-End), you will lead the strategy and management of supplier contracts for Canadian Natural’s operations and projects, ensuring full compliance with industry regulations and corporate policies.

You will partner closely with stakeholders, suppliers, and legal terms to develop best-in-class sourcing strategies, secure optimal contract terms, mitigate risk, and drive cost efficiencies. The role offers a dynamic opportunity to support operations across Canada while building deep expertise in strategic sourcing and contract management – while working as part of a collaborative, high-performing team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and enjoying the work we do along the way.

Commercial Operations Team Vision
Enabled by our people, to be a trusted, high performing Commercial Operations team that creates measurable value through disciplined high-quality execution, strong strategic partnership, and a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and innovation. Our Mantra – Trusted partners. Measurable value. Disciplined execution. Continuous improvement and innovation. Strong people.

Job location:

Calgary, Alberta

Work schedule:

5 x 2, 8-hour shifts

Safety sensitive position:
No

Final date to receive applications:
November 8, 2026

Key Accountabilities

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, taking full ownership of the end-to-end to secure goods and services at maximum value while effectively managing risk and aligning outcomes with business objectives through strong cross-functional stakeholder collaboration

Anticipate business needs by clarifying requirements early, challenging assumptions and the status quo, and delivering high-quality, end-to-end sourcing solutions through effective stakeholder management

Represent Canadian Natural as a trusted commercial partner in all supplier and stakeholder engagements, strengthening relationships and upholding the company’s reputation and values

Integrate data-driven analysis and market intelligence - including supply/demand dynamics, supplier capabilities, life-cycle total cost of ownership, to generate strategic insights, identify value opportunities, enable informed decision-making, and safeguard the organization’s interest

Executive Business Writing:
Develop high-quality, executive-level communications that distill complex commercial, legal, and operational information into clear insight and strategic recommendations for senior stakeholders.

Contract Formation and Administration:
Lead the end-to-end contract formation and administration process, delivering clear, fit-for-purpose agreements that maximize value, mitigate risk, and align with organizational objectives and standards.

Provide leadership in supplier and contractor relationship management, driving performance and contract compliance while strategically resolving complex claims and commercial disputes to protect organizational value and operational integrity

Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

What You Bring To

The Role

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Law, or a related field…