Supply Chain Analyst

Company Overview

A career at Obsidian Energy means working for a company with a dominant position in Alberta, where safety is valued, high performance matters and potential is realized. Continuous improvement is a cornerstone in Obsidian Energy’s evolving culture, and it is critical to our pursuit in becoming the company that redefines oil and gas excellence in western Canada. Obsidian Energy is becoming a performance leader in the areas in which we operate, and we continue to look for the people who see the opportunity before us – to be the best, to put us on top and keep us on top.

The Role

Supply Chain Analyst

Employment: Full Time – Staff Position or Contract Position, dependent on successful candidate
Department: Health & Safety and Supply Chain
Reporting to the Manager, Health & Safety and Supply Chain
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Posting Close Date: January 19, 2024

Reporting to the Manager, Health & Safety and Supply Chain, this role will be support the Supply Chain (SCM) function at Obsidian Energy and requires an individual that can is highly analytical and can self-manage, multi-task and function well in a busy and demanding environment. This Supply Chain Analyst role will support all operational departments and be required to perform analytics, optimize vendor/contractor compliance within a database, track and optimize invoicing and spend, run and/or support bids for services and supply, as well as other tasks as they arise. This role requires an individual with a SCM background with experience working in a small or single person team.

Responsibilities

Duties include the following, but are not limited to:

Cost Tracking and Spend Analysis:

• Compile and analyze quarterly spend data and ensure the work plan is still on track.
• Develop and maintain PriceBook tracking for vendors within OpenInvoice system.
• Generate reports out of OpenInvoice to identify deviation from PriceBook, and investigation and correct the price discrepancies.

Vendor Management:

• Own and maintain approved vendor requirements, including Obsidian Energy’s vendor compliance software, and ensure that vendors list is kept up to date.
• Support the maintenance of an Indigenous Business Registry.
• Set up new vendors including an understanding of insurance requirements, safety requirements and negotiation of master service agreement/terms & conditions as required.

Category Management & Strategic Sourcing:

• Provide support for and/or manage request for proposal (RFP) bid processes to secure materials and services for projects and term work, including coordinating multiple bids and normalizing data to decide on award.
• Provide analysis and tracking to manage vendor compliance to bid pricing across contract terms.
• Complete market surveys and research to ensure pricing is competitive across categories and regions.
• Both independently and with existing suppliers, review macro environment factors to identify and address potential threats to supply and/or pricing.

Materials Management:

• Provide tracking and analytical support to utilize OBE owned surplus equipment in the most cost-effective way.
• Work with field operations to ensure accuracy of inventory; review inventory lists for potential status updates and keep system up to date with equipment status changes.
• Provide tracking and analytical support for the purchasing and sale of tubing and sucker rods as required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Supply Chain experience with a strong emphasis on analytical skills
• Undergraduate degree in an appropriate discipline
• Diverse knowledge of several Supply Chain categories
• Previous experience with bids, contracts, and vendor management in Alberta
• Strong attention to detail
• Preference for working with a high degree of autonomy and accountability
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with all levels of staff
• Must be eligible to work in Canada
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and demonstrated safe driving record (driver abstract required)

What Makes Us Attractive

Obsidian Energy is more than just a place to work - it’s a community of professionals who are truly committed to the continuous evolution of the company and have interest in its success.

We value our employees and their commitment to the organization, and we recognize their contribution to the ongoing success of Obsidian Energy. Some of the highlights of our competitive rewards program include:

• Retirement savings plan
• Attractive annual bonus plan
• Long term incentive plans
• Attractive personal time-off plan
• Comprehensive benefits package

We thank you for your interest in Obsidian Energy and this position: however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Stock options
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application question(s):

• Do you have work experience in Supply Chain, specifically in the energy industry?
• Have you worked in the past for an oil and gas producer?
• Do you have a University/Bachelor's degree?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-01-19