Our Vision: RigUp is where the best workers power the world’s most successful projects. We are united by a common mission: to deliver services and technology that fundamentally change how skilled workers and the businesses they serve get hard work done.
Job Description: The Senior Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end sourcing, procurement, and contract lifecycle management of complex goods and services supporting major capital projects. This role leads competitive sourcing initiatives, supplier selection, commercial and contractual negotiations, purchase order issuance, and contract management activities, including administration, amendments, change management, claims, and closeout, in accordance with Supply Chain policies and procedures.
Partnering closely with Project Management, Engineering, Legal, Finance, and Supply Chain stakeholders, the Senior Sourcing Specialist drives commercial value, manages contractual and supply chain risk, and ensures alignment with project scope, schedule, and commercial objectives. The role serves as a trusted advisor, providing commercial guidance, supporting supplier and contracting decisions, and continuously improving procurement and contract management practices.
Responsibilities: Lead sourcing and procurement activities in accordance with Supply Chain policies and procedures
Develop sourcing strategies and execute competitive sourcing events, including RFXs, supplier evaluations, and market assessments
Identify, evaluate, and recommend suppliers based on commercial, technical, operational, and risk considerations




Lead commercial and contractual negotiations to optimize value, performance, and risk allocation
Recommend appropriate contracting and compensation models based on project scope, complexity, market conditions, and risk profile
Manage the full contract lifecycle, including preparation, negotiation, execution, amendments, claims, renewals, and closeout of contracts and purchase orders
Provide commercial guidance to stakeholders on sourcing strategies, supplier selection, contract structures, and commercial risks
Monitor supplier performance, contract compliance, commercial obligations, and spend commitments
Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial, contractual, supplier, and supply chain risks
Validate invoices, manage commercial reconciliations, and support the resolution of contractual disputes and claims
Provide market intelligence and commercial recommendations to support supplier selection decisions
Build and maintain strong supplier and stakeholder relationships
Identify opportunities to improve processes, optimize costs, and enhance procurement and contracting practices
Maintain procurement and contract documentation to support governance, compliance, and audit readiness
Skills and Qualifications: Required:



Relevant degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of progressive sourcing, procurement, contract management, or supply chain experience
Solid experience leading competitive sourcing events and commercial negotiations
Demonstrated knowledge of procurement best practices, contract formation, and supplier management
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong understanding of project execution, contract lifecycles, and commercial management principles
Solid experience in claims, change management, and contract law
Strong communication, influencing, and negotiating skills
Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred: SCMP or equivalent professional designation
Experience with EPC/EPCM, construction, engineering, equipment, services, or material supply agreements
Experience supporting major capital projects and/or the energy sector
Experience with sourcing methodologies, commercial evaluation, and supplier qualification processes
Oracle ERP or similar procurement system experience
Key Success Factors: Strong commercial judgment, negotiation effectiveness, and proactive risk management
Ability to effectively manage contracts, changes, claims, and supplier performance throughout the contract lifecycle
Strong collaboration, influence, and organizational skills with a focus on governance, compliance, and business results

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📌 Senior Sourcing Specialist (Alberta)
🏢 RigUp
📍 Alberta