Senior Advisor, Supply Chain

Trans-Northern Pipelines Inc.; Richmond Hill; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work options

Performance-based incentive program

Pension and Savings Plan with company

Generous vacation days and flexible D

Job summary

Trans-Northern Pipelines Inc. in the Richmond Hill area seeks a Senior Advisor, Supply Chain to drive procurement excellence across the organization, lead strategic sourcing, negotiate supplier agreements, and optimize spend using market intelligence.

Reporting to the Manager, Finance, this role oversees contracts, RFPs/RFQs, vendor performance, ERP data, and process improvements, with hybrid/remote options and a strong incentive program.

Qualifications

• 10 years progressive responsibility in contract negotiation, administration and/or management.
• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration.
• CSCMP or CSCL certification.
• Strong experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, contract negotiation and supplier management.
• Excellent analytical skills with market data and insights.
• Proven communication, negotiation, and relationship management abilities.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and driving process improvements.
• Proficiency with procurement, contract management, and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to maximize value and optimize spend.
• Analyze requirements and market conditions to recommend procurement strategies.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities across commodities and services.
• Manage RFPs/RFQs, including evaluation and contract award recommendations.
• Negotiate, draft, and establish supplier and contractor agreements with pricing/terms.
• Administer and maintain contracts including renewals and renegotiations.
• Conduct vendor rate reviews using market intelligence and benchmarks.
• Support purchase orders and change orders with proper documentation.
• Manage corporate cell phone programs, vendor relationships, inventory, and user support.
• Oversee fleet acquisition and replacement planning.
• Monitor vendor performance and coordinate contractor evaluations.
• Resolve contract-related issues for internal/external stakeholders.
• Maintain inventory and supplier master data in ERP.
• Identify and implement process improvements and reporting templates.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and contract terms.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Vendor relationship

Education

Post-secondary education in SCM/Business Administration

CSCMP or CSCL certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Trans-Northern Pipelines Inc. (Trans-Northern) operates regulated pipelines to safely transport the refined petroleum products (gasoline, diesel, aviation, and heating fuel) used by Canadian businesses and consumers every day. These pipelines connect refineries in Edmonton to Calgary, including the Calgary International Airport; and refineries in Nanticoke, Ont., and Montreal to the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with lateral pipelines to Ottawa as well as to Pearson International Airport and Pierre-Elliot Trudeau International Airport. We are committed to operating in a safe and environmentally responsible manner to protect the public, the environment, and the pipelines.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

We take pride in being a Canadian organization that fosters a community of dedicated, collaborative, and safety-minded professionals.The company is backed by three major shareholders, all of whom are Fortune 500 companies and prominent leaders in the North American oil and gas industry.

As a purpose-driven company, we understand the importance of supporting the communities in which we operate. In addition to our flexible work environment, TNPI provides fulfilling opportunities for personal growth, learning, and contribution. We make safety a way of life, as it’s embedded in our culture and the way we work. With a philosophy that no job is so important, no task so urgent that it cannot be completed safely the right way, every day. Joining our team means being part of an environment where you are valued, respected, and supported. Explore our commitments and community investments to learn more.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Join our team as a Senior Advisor, Supply Chain, where you'll play a key role in driving procurement excellence and delivering measurable value across the organization. Reporting to the Manager, Finance, you will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate and manage supplier agreements, leverage market intelligence to optimize spend, and support critical business operations through effective contract and resource management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to maximize value and optimize organizational spend.
• Analyze business requirements and market conditions to recommend effective procurement strategies.
• Identify cost-saving and spend-leveraging opportunities across commodities and services.
• Manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs), including evaluation and contract award recommendations.
• Negotiate, draft, and establish supplier and contractor agreements, including pricing and terms and conditions.
• Administer and maintain contracts, including renewals, amendments, extensions, and renegotiations.
• Conduct annual vendor rate reviews using market intelligence tools and industry benchmarks.
• Support the issuance and administration of purchase orders and change orders with appropriate documentation.
• Manage corporate cell phone programs, including vendor relationships, inventory, contracts, and user support.
• Oversee vehicle fleet acquisition and replacement planning to meet operational requirements.
• Monitor vendor performance and coordinate contractor evaluations to support organizational KPI reporting.
• Provide timely resolution of contract-related issues for internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Maintain and enhance inventory and supplier master data within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Identify and implement process improvements, reporting enhancements, and standardized business templates.
• Ensure organizational consistency and compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and terms and conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must-haves (minimum requirements):

• 10 years progressive responsibility with quantifiable results in contract negotiation, administration and/or management.
• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent education.
• Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) or Certified Supply Chain Leader (CSCL)
• Strong experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to leverage market data and business insights.
• Proven communication, negotiation, and relationship management abilities.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and driving continuous process improvement.
• Proficiency with procurement, contract management, and ERP systems.
• Alignment with our values of safety above all else, respect, trust, results focused, decisiveness, and lifelong learning.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• TNPI offers a flexible work policy that allows for hybrid or remote work arrangements. Employees who are permitted to work a flexible work arrangement will be required to attend the physical office location occasionally, as required at ourRichmond Hill office, located at 310-45 Vogell Road.
• Hours of work are a regular 35-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs.
• Collaborating with exceptional teammates to make a positive impact.
• Competitive base salary and an annual incentive program with a pay for performance philosophy.
• Rewarding Defined Benefit pension and Savings Plan with a matching component.
• Comprehensive time-off policy offering a generous allocation of vacation days, as well as additional company-designated and flexible days off.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified individuals and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.

Please note that only applicants closely matching the skills, qualifications, and requirements for available positions will be contacted for further follow-up and potential interviews.