Procurement Contract Manager Associate – Imperial, Edmonton, AB
Location: Edmonton, AB | Company: ExxonMobil
Imperial is hiring a Procurement Contract Manager Associate for an on-site position in Edmonton, Alberta. This commercial opportunity supports business operations across Canada through contract management, strategic sourcing, supplier engagement and procurement planning.
The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of contracts and supplier relationships while working closely with internal stakeholders to understand operational requirements. The role combines commercial analysis, contract negotiation, risk management and continuous improvement within Canada’s energy and industrial sector.
About This Procurement and Contract Management Role
The Procurement Contract Manager Associate will help Imperial obtain the goods and services required to support its business operations. The position involves developing procurement solutions that balance cost, service quality, supply continuity, commercial risk and the needs of internal business teams.
The role requires regular collaboration with suppliers, procurement colleagues and stakeholders involved in operations, maintenance, capital projects or materials management. The successful candidate will be expected to make sound commercial decisions while following Imperial’s procurement policies, internal controls and established contracting processes.
Key Areas of Responsibility
The position covers several stages of the procurement lifecycle, from understanding business needs and assessing the supplier market through negotiation, contract administration and performance monitoring.
Contract Portfolio Management
Manage assigned contracts and supplier relationships that support Imperial’s operational, maintenance, project and material requirements across Canada.
Strategic Sourcing
Lead sourcing activities by evaluating supplier options, commercial conditions, service capabilities and potential risks before recommending procurement solutions.
Contract Negotiation
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing and contractual conditions intended to deliver value, maintain supply continuity and protect Imperial’s business interests.
Market and Pricing Analysis
Review market conditions, supplier capabilities and pricing information to support informed sourcing, contracting and category-management decisions.
Supplier Performance
Identify opportunities to improve supplier cost, service, quality and performance while helping resolve commercial or supply-related concerns.
Contract Administration
Monitor contract compliance and coordinate amendments, renewals, pricing updates and other changes throughout the agreement lifecycle.
Procurement Strategy and Business Partnership
The Procurement Contract Manager Associate will work with internal stakeholders to understand their operational priorities and translate those requirements into practical procurement strategies. This may involve supporting existing contracts, identifying new suppliers or developing sourcing approaches for future business needs.
The role will also contribute to category and procurement strategies that help Imperial manage spending and supplier performance over the longer term. Candidates should be able to consider both immediate commercial requirements and broader factors such as market availability, operational risk, service continuity and total cost.
Skills That May Help Candidates Succeed
This position may suit procurement professionals who can combine analytical thinking with negotiation, relationship management and disciplined contract administration. The ability to communicate effectively with technical, operational and commercial stakeholders will be important.
Knowledge of contract terms, amendments, renewals, pricing mechanisms, supplier obligations and the controls required throughout the agreement lifecycle.
The ability to negotiate balanced commercial outcomes that support business needs while managing cost, performance and contractual risk.
Strong analytical skills for evaluating supplier markets, pricing information, industry trends and alternative sourcing approaches.
The ability to understand internal requirements, communicate procurement recommendations and build productive relationships across different business functions.
Experience monitoring supplier performance, resolving service or supply concerns and identifying opportunities for measurable improvement.
Preferred Qualifications and Employee Benefits
Imperial considers a Supply Chain Management Professional designation or a similar procurement or supply-chain credential an asset. Preferred candidates may also have experience in oil and gas, energy, mining, manufacturing or another industrial sector, together with knowledge of purchase-to-pay and contract-management processes.
Experience supporting capital projects, maintenance, operations or materials procurement may also strengthen an application. Imperial lists competitive compensation, training and mentorship, relocation assistance where required and access to employee resource groups. Specific eligibility and benefit terms may depend on the successful candidate’s employment arrangements.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through Imperial’s official careers website. Application materials should describe relevant contract management, supplier negotiation, sourcing, market analysis and procurement strategy experience, together with any industrial-sector knowledge or professional supply-chain designation.
Applicants who receive an employment offer must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions affecting their start date. Imperial may request current proof of work eligibility and provides reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Joblyz does not collect applications or participate in hiring decisions.