Sourcing Specialist

Parkland; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland is seeking a Sourcing Specialist – Retail Fuel Distribution to develop and execute sourcing strategies with a focus on our Technical Services business area. Experience in construction, maintenance, PMO, MRO, OEM equipment, spare parts or related fields is a plus, along with participation in sourcing events and category analysis.

The role involves leading sourcing processes, contract and supplier management, stakeholder engagement, and value creation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business, supply chain, or technical discipline.
• Experience in data analytics, sourcing, procurement systems, and customer service.
• Excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented with a professional attitude and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Generate cost savings analysis and implement initiatives.
• Provide analysis to determine sourcing activities.
• Coordinate or lead negotiations, contract development, and supplier contract compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholder teams on identified opportunities.
• Model financial savings related to opportunities.
• Prepare for and participate in business reviews to ensure supplier performance.
• Advise on procurement processes and apply solutions for stakeholders.
• Act as a subject matter expert to support operations and ensure proper purchasing processes.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Cost reduction

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Data analysis

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or technical discipline

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Agiloft/contract mgmt

Purchasing software

Job description

Parkland is a leading international fuel supplier, convenience store operator, and community enabler, serving diverse customers across 26 countries.

The Sourcing Specialist – Retail Fuel Distribution is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to reduce costs and deliver stakeholder value, with primary focus on our Technical Services business area. Experience with construction, maintenance, PMO, MRO, OEM equipment, spare parts, or other technical related fields is a plus. The successful candidate should have experience participating in sourcing events and category analysis .

As of November 1, 2025, Sunoco LP has successfully completed its acquisition of Parkland Corporation. For more information, please visit www.sunocolp.com .

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

• A place where you can take your career in the direction you want to grow and go

The Opportunity:

The Sourcing Specialist – Retail Fuel Distribution is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to reduce costs and deliver stakeholder value, with primary focus on our Technical Services business area. Experience with construction, maintenance, PMO, MRO, OEM equipment, spare parts, or other technical related fields is a plus. The successful candidate should have experience participating in sourcing events and category analysis. Experience in the fuel/midstream/energy space is also desired. The scope of the position will include leading the preparation and execution of sourcing processes, contract & supplier management, stakeholder engagement and value creation.

Responsibilities:

• Generate analysis, development and implementation of cost savings initiatives.
• Provide analysis and research to determine sourcing a ctivities.
• Coordinate , assist , and/or lead negotiations, contract development, contract implementation, and supplier contract compliance.
• Work with appropriate stakeholder team s as needed on identified areas of opportunity.
• Quantify and model financial savings related to opportunity.
• Prepare for and participate in ongoing business reviews to ensure suppliers are performing to contracted obligations and service levels.
• Solicit advice from manager regarding procurement processes and protocol and apply appropriate solutions to issues for stakeholders.
• Act as a subject matter expert as needed to support operations and ensure purchasing process is carried out appropriately.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a business, supply chain, or technical discipline

Requirements:

• Customer-focused with excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable.
• Ability to structure and manage multiple priorities.
• Service-oriented mindset, with a desire to ensure client satisfaction.
• Ability to think strategically, conceptually and analytically to assess problems, identify and consider potential solutions, and make timely recommendations.
• Years of work experience: 3 – 7 years of experience.
• Data analytics, sourcing, procurement systems, and customer service.
• Business software applications:Microsoft Office, Agiloft/other contract management software, and SAP/other purchasing software.

Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you?

Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever? Someone who thinks outside the box and always strives to do more than what is required? Someone who sees the bigger picture? You sound brilliant to work with!

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Our ability to work as one team across Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean is foundational to our success. We show up as our authentic selves each day and create space for one another’s unique contributions.

We respect the diverse cultures, traditions, and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples and seek to achieve equitable partnerships and opportunities with Indigenous communities.

The Fine Print:

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and/or fitness for duty testing.