Contracts Advisor

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise. Are you a strong Contract Advisor who is familiar with Supply Chain Capital Projects? Are you confident in your knowledge base that you can drive the implementation of SCM procedures in a new or existing operating Site? If so, then apply today to our Contracts Advisor position! You will interface within our contracting and procurement team and collaborate with our internal stakeholders and contractors to ensure that we maintain services to our operating sites. Minimum Requirements:

• Five or more years of experience in a contracts administration role with experience in Capital or Business Unit Projects
• Post-secondary education in business or supply chain management preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products specifically Excel and with SAP
• Proficiency with Supply Chain Projects Procedures and Work Practices
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Professional level of knowledge related to SCM Practices and processes, including the contract lifecycle, from RFP through to Close-out.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract management, contract and procurement law
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills, as well as a collaborative approach when working with both internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities:

• Support development of project specific SCM execution plans including formulation of sourcing strategies, commercial strategies, procurement plan and contracting plan through the various ADEM stages of the Project
• Build relationships with the project execution team, identifying project priorities to provide effective SCM support for successful project execution.
• Coordinate the negotiation, execution and administration of complex high value contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and Suncor standards while mitigating risks and maximizing value opportunity for the organization
• Coordinate the development of Scopes of Work, facilitating issuance of clear, functional Contracts, Sub-agreements or Change Orders. Be conversant with the OEMS Element 10 process for Projects ensuring appropriate communication/escalation of any irregularities affecting project execution
• Plan, organize and lead progress meetings for assigned contracts and scopes. Lead with confidence and clarity, ensuring objectives are met, and action items are captured.
• Liaise with and facilitate discussions amongst various project stakeholder/ integrated team members for effective performance of SCM activities
• Liaise with other Suncor functional groups e.g., Category Management, Commercial, Legal, EH&S, Finance, etc., for appropriate expertise/support and to ensure best practice and alignment.
• Ensure appropriate contractors pre-qualification, create, implement and administer supply, contracts and service agreements to completion and close out
• Implement and maintain tracking systems and ensure signing authorities are adhered to for commitments

Location and other Key Details:

• Candidates from both Calgary and Fort McMurray will be considered for this position.
• The is an office-based role
• Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday
• Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines, and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work

Why Suncor? Suncors operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the companys Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canadas Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations). With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions - all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.