Specialist, Contracts

3 weeks ago

Saskatoon SK, Canada K+S Potash Canada Full time

K+S Potash Canada (KSPC) is part of the K+S Group, with headquarters in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; a solution potash mine and production facility located near Moose Jaw and Regina, Saskatchewan; and a potash handling and storage facility operated in partnership with Pacific Coast Terminals in Port Moody, British Columbia. We acknowledge that our Saskatchewan offices and facilities are located on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 land. These are the territories of the Cree, Salteaux and Sioux, and the homeland of the Métis people. Our Port Moody operation is located on the land of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Kwikwetlam, Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueam First Nations. Our organization is committed to having long lasting and deeply rooted relationships with Indigenous people and communities, and is proud to provide job and business opportunities for local people and businesses.

Specialist, Contracts Your Responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Specialist, Contracts, t he Specialist, Contracts is responsible to provide contracting activity as it applies to the provision of major goods and services required by KSPC. The Specialist, Contracts will work with key stakeholders in order to understand their requirements, conduct contractor pre-qualifications, prepare and issuing of bid documents, prepare and distribute proposal addendums, prepare proposal clarifications and complete commercial evaluations, negotiate terms, write and issue award recommendations, write and issue contracts for execution. The position is also responsible for contract post-award activities such as executing contract amendments and supporting contractual conflict resolutions. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Lead the full range of procurement processes for contracts in a cross-functional group environment

Prioritizes work based on criticality and time requirements

Develop and implement contract strategies, support and implement negotiating strategy, and execute successful contracts

Guide internal stakeholders on Procurement Policies and Procedures including documentation requirements

Understand and align strategies, priorities, and plans with the overall objectives of the contracts and key stakeholder groups, as directed

Prepare and administer requests for proposals and/or quotations, ensuring compliance with competitive bid laws through to final award and execution of contracts

Lead sourcing development for contracts, solicit and evaluate bidder proposals, negotiate commercial terms and conditions, provide recommendations for contract award and issue purchase orders and contracts for equipment, materials, service, and construction packages with a broad range of criticality and complexity levels

Pre-qualify suppliers and contractors to reduce risk and increase ROI

Develop RFP/RFQ documents, and work with End Users to align Scope of Work

Develop RFP/RFQ Commercial evaluation criteria and weightings

Complete commercial reviews and preparation of bid comparisons

Lead bid review team and negotiations

Prepare Letters of Recommendation

Conform Contract Documents and issue for execution

Participate in progress meetings and monitoring of procurement schedules

Identify continuous improvement opportunities within the procurement process

Evaluate contract changes to ensure effective change management and mitigate financial implications. Execute contract changes based on the post-award process

Acts as the primary point of contact for any contract term disputes escalated by the contract owner or contractor

Provides support to General Counsel, Insurance, and contract owner regarding dispute resolution, as requested

Supports and advances internal KPI requirements for cost savings, PO cycle time, PO tracking, Inclusion and Diversity initiatives

You

Our company values and recognizes the diversity of the workforce and encourages individuals with the equivalent combination of education and work experience. The ideal candidate will have:

7+ years relevant contracts experience, preferably with major projects (>$15M)

Certification preferred, including one of Supply Chain Certification, SCM Diploma, SCMP Designation, or equivalent

College Diploma or University degree preferred in Business, Accounting, Purchasing or related field

SAP MM and Ariba experience is a benefit

Demonstrated relationship building skills

High degree of knowledge of contracting principles including the ability to research, analyze, negotiate, and close various types of contract types within the guidelines of good business and ethical practices

Excellent computer skills, including ERPs, Microsoft Office and Outlook

Ability to work with internal and external suppliers in a professional manner

Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and within teams

Must be self-motivated, results oriented, and able to work under stress of multiple competing deadlines

Must have strong written and verbal skills

Knowledge of legislation and regulatory environment as it relates to contracts and supply chain management

Ability to organize data and information in a coherent way in order to make strategic recommendations for decision.

Class 5 drivers licence

The preferred location of this position is Saskatoon, however the the Bethune Mine Site may also be considered. Consideration can be made for alternative work arrangements for extenuating circumstances. Periodic travel between Saskatoon and the Bethune mine will also be a requirement on occasion.

Employment is subject to successfully completing KSPC's pre-employment checks which may include criminal record check, education verification, and drug & alcohol testing.

To ensure consideration for this role, please apply by May 27, 2024.

Us

By living our common K+S values across all our locations in the world: We are optimistic about our future, we are collaborative in building it and with our entrepreneurial spirit, we aim to dig deeper and reach higher. We remain agile in an ever-changing world. We are innovative, turning obstacles into opportunities – and we do it all in ways that are safe and sustainable, protecting future generations. You can look forward to:

Good People and Great Culture

Have the opportunity to be part of a team committed to building a new and diverse culture. At KSPC we are growing our operations, delivering exciting new opportunities, and investing heavily in the communities where we live and work.

Challenge and Growth

We support your growth potential (support of professional development) and recognition of performance.

Valuable Compensation

Our total target compensation is competitive and benchmarked to the market. We have a Pay for Performance philosophy that includes two components, fixed (base) pay and short term incentive (bonus) that rewards employees for their contributions towards corporate, team and individual successes.

Supporting Benefits

A comprehensive, employer paid, benefits program which includes Life, Disability, Health and Dental as well as competitive Retirement benefits, Employee and Family Assistance Program PLUS great extras such as, paid work time to help out in your Community (volunteer with a sports team or a charity of your choice) and company money to allocate to your favourite charity A Health Spending Account for extras, like more expensive glasses, and the Wellness Account covers recreational items, like your park camping fees, hunting or fishing license, and can help pay for your gym membership. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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