TAQA

Senior Supply Chain Advisor

Calgary, AB

Full-time, Contract, Fixed term contract

About This Job

Job Title: Senior Supply Chain Advisor – CONTRACT – RQ 25-08

Are you interested in being part of a team that believes in the pursuit of excellence, conducting work in a safe and sustainable manner and being courageous and collaborative in everything we do?

TAQA North is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Advisor for a Fixed-Term Contract Assignment (4 months), with a robust Supply Chain skillset and specific experience working in support of Facilities and Operations Engineering categories, to join its team. You will report to the Supply Chain Supervisor of Facilities and Operations Engineering and will actively collaborate with internal stakeholders throughout the contracts lifecycle to support contracts and procurement planning, preparation and execution of sourcing strategies through to contract award. Strong communication and presentation skills are required to effectively interface with key partners and cross-functional teams.

Please note that this is a full-time fixed-term contract position, based out of our Calgary office located downtown.

Your Key Responsibilities:

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Compliance: Ensure that applicable spend adheres to the supply chain and procurement procedures set forth by TAQA North.

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Collaborating with Cross-Functional Teams: Collaborate with teams to source required goods or services, improve supplier performance and align procurement activities with business objectives.

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Procurement & Contracts Planning: Actively work with internal stakeholders to establish supply requirements and appropriate sourcing strategies for all upcoming projects.

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Sourcing Activities: Conduct all sourcing activities as required through the annual sourcing plan and/or project-specific procurement and contracts plans, including, but not limited to, the following:

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handling sourcing requisitions from internal stakeholders,

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analyzing supplier category/spend profiles,

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identifying risks and relevant risk mitigation strategies specific to each sourcing event,

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developing sourcing strategies,

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executing sourcing events (RFx),

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conducting qualitative and quantitative analyses which produce defensible evaluations of RFx submissions,

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negotiating commercial contract terms utilizing negotiation frameworks to reach mutually beneficial agreements with service providers and suppliers, and

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monitoring and reporting on supplier performance.

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Agreements: Prepare and issue contracts, purchase orders, and work orders, as required.

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Template Development: Participate in the ongoing development and review of streamlined templates with an emphasis of optimizing for applicability and efficiency.

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Market and Supplier Analysis: Use various internal and external data sources to facilitate fact-based decision making and ensure accurate and objective decision-making processes. Apply industry research methods to collect data on market benchmarks, thoroughly analyze supply market dynamics, and evaluate the capabilities of potential suppliers.

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Operational Efficiencies: Identify and drive joint process improvements with stakeholders and suppliers and resolve any issues that arise during procurement processes.

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Supply Chain Metrics: Track and monitor key supply chain metrics such as cost savings and cost avoidance to ensure efficient and effective supply chain operations.

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Contracts Coordination: Collaborate with the Contracts Team to prepare required contract documentation.

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Supplier Performance/Relationship Management: Manage supplier contracts and renewals and develop and implement supplier performance evaluation and management programs to ensure that suppliers are meeting expectations and continuously improving. Develop and sustain strong relationships with key service providers and suppliers to ensure high-quality and reliable services, secure favorable contract terms, and maintain robust safety performance for TAQA North.

Your Qualifications:

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10+ years of combined practical experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management with a proven track record of success.

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Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Business Administration or Supply Chain Management, or equivalent combination of business education and experience. In-depth knowledge of procurement principles and leading practices.

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Experience in the oil and gas industry specifically with relevant projects experience for Facilities and Operations Engineering categories with a strong understanding of industry trends and practices.

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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment and execute plans with analytical precision, leveraging strong problem-solving skills.

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Ability to be adaptable and responsive to change with a solutions-oriented mindset.

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Well-developed communication and negotiation skills, and a demonstrated ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

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Prior experience working with Indigenous communities and an ability to demonstrate a strong understanding of cultural diversity and sensitivities is a preferred asset.

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A strong team player, with a positive attitude and the ability to collaborate effectively with others to achieve common goals.

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Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks.

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Proficient in using the entire Microsoft Office suite, with advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerBI, OneDrive, and PowerPoint.

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Proficiency in utilizing Maximo P2P software (or an equivalent ERP system) and e-sourcing tools is a preferred asset.

Benefits of Working at TAQA North:

Great Team Environment

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We do what is right for our environment, community, and people.

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We believe in equal employment opportunities and strive for a diverse workplace.

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We celebrate and recognize our people.

Highly Competitive Benefits Program

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TAQA North offers a comprehensive benefits program. In addition to extended health, dental and vision, we offer a group savings plan, healthcare spending account and wellness plan

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We respect work/life balance and offer a robust vacation program including flex days

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We believe in giving back to our communities and offer volunteer days and a charity matching program

Sustainability

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TAQA aims to be a low carbon power and water champion and understands the important role that oil and gas plays in energy transition.

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TAQA North is committed to being a safe and environmentally responsible producer and is reducing its greenhouse gas emissions through innovative processes like Acid Gas Injection and Inline Testing.

TAQA is an Abu Dhabi based company that provides water and energy to communities around the world with an oil and gas sector. When you join TAQA North, you will be joining a company that believes in collaboration, supporting professional development and being active members in the communities where we operate. We strive to create a work environment that promotes productivity and profitability and is also stimulating and fulfilling.

Type of Role

Contractor only

Job Function

Supply Chain & Procurement

Location

Calgary, AB. Canada

Closing Date

16/04/25

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About This Job

Your Key Responsibilities:

Your Qualifications:

Benefits of Working at TAQA North:

Great Team Environment

Highly Competitive Benefits Program

Sustainability

Type of Role

Contractor only

Job Function

Supply Chain & Procurement

Location

Calgary, AB. Canada

Closing Date

16/04/25

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