Vacancies

• Knowledge and understanding of trends and best practices in Procurement and Internal control processes.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic with ability to work as part of a Team.
• Capable, resourceful, and efficient with a continuous improvement mindset.

Professional Skills

• Confident/capable when engaging with Suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated competency in sourcing practices, negotiation and commercials.
• Commitment to core values and the highest standards of ethical behaviour.
• Proven self-motivator who sets clear direction and priorities.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities, prioritise tasks, respond quickly to stakeholders and resolve conflicting priorities in an efficient manner.
• Clear vision for the development of the Supply Management function in support of the business.
• Professional demeanor and presentation; diplomacy and tact.
• Strong interpersonal relationship and communication skills (verbal and written).

Education and experience:

• Batchelor’s Degree in Business, Law, Supply Chain, or relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Additional qualifications and professional designations in Supply Chain, Contracting and Commercial Management are an advantage.
• 10+ years’ experience of
  • Sourcing and Contracting in a commercial environment.
  • Commercially managing rated and fixed price contracts, account settlements etc.
  • Contract drafting and negotiation of contract terms.
  • Experience in the Engineering/Oil & Gas sector is an advantage.
• 5+ years’ experience in leadership positions with increasing experience of accountability and responsibility.

Irving Oil supports a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants.

Here's what you can expect from us:

When you're a part of our team, you'll see how we bring good energy to our business and our employees. Together, we will support our corporate strategy, high standards and the communities where we live and work. Our collaborative approach, commitment to diversity and inclusion along with our safety-first culture helps reinforce our internal brand position where People Matter. That's why we're dedicated to the development of our employees, so that they can reach their career goals.

What you can expect in a typical day:

The Whitegate Supply Manager has leadership and management responsibility for the Whitegate Supply Management Team and for the purchasing and contracting activities of Whitegate Refinery, ensuring that the required goods and services are sourced in a timely manner while maintaining quality, cost effectiveness and appropriate risk management.

The WG Supply Manager is required to operate in compliance with company, functional and local policies and processes and to apply required internal controls.

The WG Supply Manager provides Functional and HSE leadership to the WG Supply Management Team and defines and evaluates departmental and individual goals to work toward Business Unit objectives and Supply Management organizational goals.

This role will be based at Whitegate Refinery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and direct all activities performed by the Whitegate Supply Management team including sourcing, contracting, buying, soliciting and analyzing quotes and tenders, commercial negotiations, delivery and storage of materials if required, and other tasks related to the acquisition of goods and services.
• Develop and effectively manage relationship with key suppliers; manage escalations on behalf of Vendors and Stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong networks within the Whitegate Business to fully understand business drivers, plans and priorities and their impact on material and service requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong linkages with the Supply Management organization to fully understand and implement functional initiatives, particularly in respect of strategic sourcing, in order to drive superior results for the Business.
• Ensure that the Whitegate Supply Management function operates in accordance with all applicable Irving and Supply Management policies and procedures and apply all required internal controls.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Strong networking and people management skills; proven commitment to people and personal development.
• Good presentation and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to communicate and influence third parties.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to establish priorities, manage to planned outcomes and clearly document & communicate results.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills as well as proven technical skills in

contract implementation, planning & execution.

• Knowledge and understanding of trends and best practices in Procurement and Internal control processes.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic with ability to work as part of a Team.
• Capable, resourceful, and efficient with a continuous improvement mindset.

Professional Skills

• Confident/capable when engaging with Suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated competency in sourcing practices, negotiation and commercials.
• Commitment to core values and the highest standards of ethical behaviour.
• Proven self-motivator who sets clear direction and priorities.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities, prioritise tasks, respond quickly to stakeholders and resolve conflicting priorities in an efficient manner.
• Clear vision for the development of the Supply Management function in support of the business.
• Professional demeanor and presentation; diplomacy and tact.
• Strong interpersonal relationship and communication skills (verbal and written).

Education and experience:

• Batchelor’s Degree in Business, Law, Supply Chain, or relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Additional qualifications and professional designations in Supply Chain, Contracting and Commercial Management are an advantage.
• 10+ years’ experience of
• Sourcing and Contracting in a commercial environment.
• Commercially managing rated and fixed price contracts, account settlements etc.
• Contract drafting and negotiation of contract terms.
• Experience in the Engineering/Oil & Gas sector is an advantage.
• 5+ years’ experience in leadership positions with increasing experience of accountability and responsibility.

Application Process:

Please email your CV to [email protected] by close of business Tuesday, 7^th May.

Irving Oil supports a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants.