Contract Specialist (Procurement Advisor)

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Contract Specialist (Procurement Advisor) to support procurement operations within a refinery environment. Must be skilled in services-based procurement and contractor/vendor management. Previous experience supporting procurement within a refinery, oil & gas, or heavy industrial environment required. This role will serve as a key partner to internal stakeholders, driving sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring contract compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment and enjoys working cross-functionally to deliver strategic value.

Onsite - Mon - Fri, typical business hours

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with refinery stakeholders to support day-to-day procurement activities, including services sourcing and supplier management
• Lead and support sourcing events, including bid development, evaluation, and supplier selection
• Manage assigned contracts, including negotiating terms, renewals, and amendments
• Serve as a liaison between site stakeholders and central procurement/AES teams to ensure alignment and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and governance standards
• Identify opportunities to drive cost savings, improve supplier performance, and mitigate risk

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Procurement with 3+ years of procurement, sourcing, contracting, or supply chain experience.
• Experience supporting contract negotiations and supplier management activities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, GEP, or similar platforms
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate independently while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Strong Influence skills