Procurement Commercial Services

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

Come be part of the Corporate Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Calgary, AB.

**What role you will play in our team**:
Imperial is looking for ambitious and highly motivated students to join our Procurement Services Department (PSD). You will be working in a fast-paced team environment and have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a myriad of areas including data analysis and visualization, contracting, negotiations, supply chain, procurement process, and payment of materials and services.

**What you will do**:
**As a Procurement Commercial Services - Strategy and Contracting Co-op Student, you will**:

- Perform in-depth analysis on current state contracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors.
- Interface with internal business clients and external suppliers to ensure effective. communication and achievement of company strategic goals.
- Support PtP (Procure-to-Pay) activities which may include requisitioning, inventory. optimization, invoicing, invoice troubleshooting, supplier performance, expediting material deliveries, etc.
- Conduct agreement reviews to determine alignment with controls.
- Perform data analytics and visualization support for contract and/or supply chain administration activities.
- Perform business analytic functions in support of stewardship reporting.
- Work with software systems as required to support the day-to-day functions of the procurement department.
- Work with and integrate the use of business intelligence tools to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Student terms will also include a variety of short-term projects with specific deliverables for completion by the end of your work term.

**About you**:
**Skills and Qualifications**

A successful Procurement Commercial Services - Strategy and Contracting Co-op Student has the following key qualifications:
**Preferred Qualifications/ Experience**
- Supply chain/ procurement experience.
- Problem solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) - with the ability to recognize audience and interface with internal business clients and external suppliers.
- Strong data analysis and visualization skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
- Critical thinking skills, flexibility, and time management abilities.
- A strong desire to learn and develop resulting in the creation of value to the department and organization.

**Start date**: May 2025

**Work term**: 8 months

**Location**: Calgary, AB

**Your benefits**:

- You will gain supply chain management experience in one of Canada's largest and most successful companies. Procurement is an organization that values professional growth, teamwork and continuous improvement. Our emphasis on leading edge enterprise systems and supply management best practices will provide an excellent learning experience as a member of a team of high performing professionals.
- You will gain valuable contracting experience and have opportunities for skill development in key areas such as data analysis and visualization, market analysis, contract optimization, contract development, and negotiations.
- Successful networking and mentoring programs enable you to spend time with managers from across the organization to learn about other departments and opportunities. Also allows you to connect with peers at a similar experience level.
- Continuous learning environment encourages you to augment your skills and capabilities - i.e. improve your knowledge of SAP and Excel functionality, increase your understanding of the Oil & Gas industry, and sharpen analytical and time management skills.
- You will receive 1 scheduled Friday off per month.
- Term relocation assistance is available for those who qualify.

**Other Considerations**:

- For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required.

**Application Deadline**:**February 2, 2025

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