Supply Chain Buyer

at  South Bow

At South Bow, we do one thing, and we do it well: safely moving oil between some of the world’s most critical markets. We’re building our high-performing team with versatile thinkers who thrive on solving big challenges together. If you’re ready for a position where your skills are highly valued and your work is incredibly important, we want to meet you. Bring your talents to a new streamlined energy company, dedicated to operational, commercial and safety excellence as we pursue our critical purpose of delivering the energy people need. Â
We are seeking a Supply Chain Buyer to join our team at South Bow. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the intake of purchase requisitions, sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services to support our operations. A key aspect of the position will involve leveraging your expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 to enhance efficiency and drive process improvements. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about optimizing procurement processes, we encourage you to apply!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•   Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
•   Minimum 3 years of experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist, preferably in oil and gas.
•   Proven expertise in using Microsoft Dynamics 365 modules, including Purchasing, Inventory, and Vendor Management.
•   Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
•   Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
•   Commitment to continuous improvement and process optimization.
•   Knowledge of procurement best practices, industry regulations, and supply chain management principles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•   Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
•   Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
•   Skilled at creating reports in Power BI, including data wrangling and transformations.
•   Ability to automate through the use of Power Automate and Power Apps.
•   Experience using SAP procurement modules.
This position requires candidates to:
•   Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training up to 10% of time.
•   Successfully complete pre-employment Bankruptcy, Credit, Civil and Criminal background checks.
To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce.

ABOUT OUR BUSINESS

South Bow’s existing oil & liquids pipeline infrastructure connects Alberta crude oil supplies to U.S. refining markets in Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas and the U.S. Gulf Coast. Â We remain committed to meeting the energy needs of North Americans today, while advancing our Liquids Pipelines System for the demands of the future. Connecting growing Canadian and U.S. crude oil supply to key markets, leveraging existing assets and seeking new opportunities to continue to provide our customers with access to the destinations they need.
South Bow is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. government.

•   Transform purchase requisitions into purchase orders for materials and services.
•   Collaborate with the supply chain contracts team to negotiate favorable contract terms and pricing.
•   Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services
•   Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders, including engineers, project managers, and operations teams, to understand their requirements and source the appropriate materials and services.
•   Leverage Microsoft Dynamics 365 modules, such as Purchasing, Inventory, and Vendor Management, to manage the end-to-end procurement process.
•   Utilize data analytics and reporting in Dynamics 365 to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize inventory levels, and enhance procurement strategies.
•   Develop and implement process improvements to streamline procurement workflows and increase efficiency.
•   Stay up-to-date with market trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices to inform purchasing decisions.
•   Maintain accurate and complete documentation related to all procurement activities.
•   Contribute to the development and refinement of procurement policies and procedures.
•   Provide training and support to internal stakeholders on the use of Dynamics 365 for procurement-related tasks.
•   Perform other duties as assigned.