Technical Procurement Services Team Leader

NOVA Chemicals; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVA Chemicals is seeking a Technical Procurement Services Team Leader to advance procurement strategies and enhance long-term value for PE products. This key role involves leading a team of Specialists and working closely with stakeholders to optimize procurement processes. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in supply chain management and proven leadership skills, focusing on continuous improvement and collaboration across the organization.

Benefits

Flexible Benefit Programs

Opportunity for Remote Work

Relocation Consideration

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience or 12+ years with a mix of education and experience.
• Experience in drafting contract management and vendor agreements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Procurement team to support technical services categories.
• Identify opportunities for category savings to maximize profitability.
• Monitor effectiveness against performance metrics and facilitate change management.

Skills

Business Acumen

Negotiation Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

University Degree or Professional Designation

SCMP or CPSM Designation

Tools

SAP MM

Ariba

Job description

Technical Procurement Services Team Leader

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Job Title : Technical Procurement Services Team Leader (Hybrid)

Job ID : 3572

Closing Date : 07 / 28 / 2025

This position could be located in the following location(s) : Geismar Site – Geismar, LA; Manufacturing East Region – Sarnia, ON; NOVA Head Office – Calgary, AB; Pittsburgh Corporate Admin – Pittsburgh, PA; Red Deer Executive Place – Red Deer, AB

• This position provides the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays each week, with the requirement to report to the primary NOVA Chemicals work location on Tuesdays through Thursdays. Employees can opt out of the hybrid schedule and will be expected to work Monday-Friday from the primary work location.

Who We Are :

At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry. Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow.

NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

We are seeking a Technical Procurement Services Team Leader who will be instrumental in advancing NOVA’s technical services strategies that will maximize long-term value for our polyethylene (PE) products.

Reporting to the Leader, Strategic Procurement – Manufacturing, Innovation and Corporate, this role will lead a team of high performing Procurement Specialists in the development and execution of short to long-term acquisition strategies that lead to increased commercial value considering the total cost of ownership across NOVA Chemicals.

You Will Use Your Expertise To :

• Lead a Procurement team that supports technical services categories that impact the full enterprise
• Partner with key stakeholders to ensure business requirements are met or exceeded
• Support the procurement team in building strong connections across NOVA’s business and ensuring their work aligns with our broader corporate goals
• Identify opportunities for category savings that maximize profitability and efficiency
• Provide direct leadership to accelerate the Strategic Procurement team’s capabilities with a purposeful focus to support individual development and continuous performance improvement
• Ensure seamless integration of procurement policies and procedures in the execution of purchasing and contracting strategies
• Monitor and measure effectiveness against established performance metrics
• Facilitate the implementation of change management within the procurement organization through visible leadership and active engagement with team members and stakeholders
• Partner with the Leader, Strategic Procurement to shape workforce planning strategies in accordance with business requirements, while supporting employees to ensure they receive appropriate development opportunities to satisfy job performance criteria and department succession planning
• Review recommendation for award documentation to ensure all employee commitments are accurately reflected and comply with the company’s established delegations of authority contained in policy and procedures
• Support the team in contract negotiations and help to resolve any roadblocks
• Manage and maintain strong supplier relationships with a focus on superior safety and Responsible Care performance
• As part of the Technical and Corporate Procurement Leadership Team, work collaboratively to seek cross functional synergies and advance the goals of the Technical & Corporate Procurement (TCP) organization

What We Are Looking For :

• A University degree and / or Professional Designation with 10+ years of related experience and a progressive record of professional development OR 12+ years combination of post-secondary education and related experience
• SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) designation is an asset
• Exceptional business acumen with a track record of developing and executing continuous improvement strategies in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience drafting contract management and vendor agreements
• A collaborative leader with strong conflict resolution skills in cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams
• Strategic thinker who can proactively identify, understand, and act upon the impact of competitive activities on the business
• Exceptional change management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear reports, contracts, and correspondence under multiple deadlines and changing business requirements while maintaining composure in high pressure situations
• Strong leadership presence with negotiation and contract management experience
• Experience managing the people practices and programs required of leaders within the organization such as performance management, compensation planning, succession planning, development planning, recruitment, etc.
• Familiarity with best practice procurement processes, tools, and spend data analysis
• Skilled in leading high-performing teams and driving results
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting capabilities
• Proficiency in Purchase-to-pay tools (e.g., SAP MM, Ariba)

You Can Stand Out If :

• You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.
• You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.
• You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving.
• You are collaborative , inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals.

Additional Information :

• Relocation will be considered to the nearest geographical NOVA Chemicals' location for this position
• Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
• This role requires up to 20% travel and be eligible to travel easily between Canada and the U.S.
• The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver’s license
• Geismar Site Only : The position will require a Transportation Worker Identification Credential ( TWIC ) through the Transportation Security Administration.

Why NOVA Chemicals?

NOVA Chemicals’ flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location and are an element of the “Total Rewards” package used to reward employees.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Supply Chain

Chemical Manufacturing, Oil and Gas, and Plastics Manufacturing

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