Supply Chain Planning & Purchasing Specialist

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.

Make your mark while you grow your career! Reporting to the Procurement Lead, the Buyer is accountable for sourcing materials, equipment, and services critical to our operations. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement, while maintaining high standards for quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, purchasing, and contract management, with specific experience in the oil and gas industry.

Job location: Calgary, Alberta

Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts

Safety sensitive position: No

Application deadline : March 31, 2026

Key Accountabilities:

Manage the end‑to‑end procurement process for materials and equipment supporting oil and gas operations, ensuring cost efficiency, policy compliance, and alignment with operational requirements

Lead competitive sourcing activities, including bid evaluations, supplier negotiations, and contract optimization, while identifying cost‑saving opportunities and supporting effective inventory planning

Collaborate closely with operations, engineering, and project teams to understand procurement needs, technical requirements, and delivery timelines

Create, review, and manage purchase orders with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and adherence to commercial, technical, QA/QC, and regulatory requirements

Proactively expedite open orders, monitor supplier performance, resolve delivery or invoice issues, and escalate risks as needed to maintain operational continuity

Maintain high‑quality ERP and procurement data, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to supplier performance evaluations and process optimization efforts

What You Bring to the Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field (Relevant certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPIM) are a plus)
• 3 plus years of experience in procurement or supply chain management within the energy industry
• Strong understanding of the oil and gas supply chain, including materials sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiations
• Knowledge of procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience expediting supplier deliverables and managing complex or time‑sensitive orders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external suppliers
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
• Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!