Operations Procurement Advisor

Overview:

Pembina Pipeline Corporation is actively hiring an Operations Procurement Advisor to join the team, and reports to the Supervisor, Operations Procurement in the Supply Chain department.

Guided by Pembina's values, Supply Chain collaborates across the Organization ensuring that all supply chain activities are executed with the highest standards of ethics and integrity and are in strict adherence to Pembina’s policies. Supply Chain delivers strategic value to the organization by optimizing technology for material acquisition, inventory carrying, transportation, and planning costs.

The role of the Advisor is to support procurement activities for Pembina’s field operations by ensuring all materials and/or services are procured to drive maximum value. The Advisor is responsible for ensuring that all supply chain activities are executed with the highest standards of ethics and integrity and are in strict adherence to Pembina’s policies.

This role may be based out of Pembina’s corporate offices in either Calgary, Sherwood Park, or Grande Prairie.

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Accountability for Purchase Order (PO) lifecycle management from requisition to payment; including post-award PO administration, change orders and invoice attestation as well as close out of purchase orders;


• Work closely with the operational unit, engineering, operations, and maintenance staff in the procurement of materials and/or services;


• Engage supply chain teams responsible for contracts and category management while building strong, integrated relationships with planning and scheduling functions to effectively meet client needs;


• Review technical scopes of work in SAP for completeness and ensure alignment with commercial contracts;


• Provide supply chain process guidance, sourcing recommendations, and contracting support to ensure alignment with corporate policies, standards, and category management strategies;


• Develop and conduct supplier justification, onboarding, and pre‑qualification activities, while working with suppliers to expedite materials and resolve incomplete or incorrect shipments in alignment with Pembina’s standards and ISNetworld requirements;


• Work with internal stakeholders and the supplier community to identify continuous improvement opportunities and support Pembina’s vision for operational excellence;


• In consultation with the Indigenous Engagement Community Economic Development area, work with stakeholders to provide opportunities to local and Diverse suppliers where appropriate;


• Actively participate in peer groups, workshops, training and development and cross-functional meetings, and collaborate with the team to share lessons learned, best practices and problem-resolutions and opportunities as they arise;


• Identify, negotiate, and capture cost‑savings opportunities while executing sourcing activities, including Requests for Proposals, Requests for Quotes, and Single Source Justifications;


• Provide coverage for other advisors and support training for new hires and employees on new processes and system enhancements;


• Demonstrate learning agility by actively seeking feedback, adapting to new information quickly, and applying learnings to improve performance and deliver results in a dynamic environment;


• Provide after-hours coverage from time to time; and


• Participate and support an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education and professional designation (SCMP or CCM) or enrollment in a Supply Chain Management program is an asset;


• Related, relevant work experience in Supply Chain Management, specifically performing the sourcing/procurement function;


• Related experience in the oil and gas industry and specifically within the midstream/pipeline industry is required;


• Experience and familiarity using SAP for procurement of materials and services is required;


• Experience and familiarity using SAP Ariba (Contracts, Sourcing & Supplier Lifecycle Performance) considered an asset;


• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document control;


• Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively and independently with minimal supervision;


• Excellent communication skills and an ability to engage, negotiate and build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels;


• Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional customer service;


• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies, or processes and apply them effectively in a fast-paced environment.


• Willing to travel to field locations as required; and


• Possess a valid class five driver’s license.