At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.
We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.
We are seeking a results-driven midstream business development professional to develop and implement logistics solutions to improve refining and midstream operations. Specifically, the ideal candidate has previous experience in refinery or midstream operations, and economics of value chain activities (e.g. refineries, pipelines, terminals, rail, marine).
The candidate should be equally able to independently execute complex agreements and lead negotiations to deliver value and manage risk. This position coordinates internal stakeholders, drives external engagement strategies, and plays a key role in implementing business and growth initiatives.
Lead development of logistics opportunities that provide competitive and effective logistics from an end to end perspective.
Conduct economic evaluation, negotiation, internal stakeholder alignment, and secure approvals for new opportunities consistent with company policies, procedures and guidelines
Participate on cross functional teams supporting business strategy development and execution with mandated business development outcomes
Provide effective and practical commercial mentorship across organization.




Determine the applicability and impact of new regulations and support business unit efforts to comply with regulations.
Support or lead the implementation of current initiatives/projects
Provide guidance and input to the development of business strategies and plans.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field .
Previous business development experience is preferred.
Direct experience/knowledge of manufacturing operations and economics of business line activities (e.g., production, refineries, pipelines, terminals, rail, marine).
Advanced knowledge of commercial principles.
Ability to deal with a broad scope of technical issues.
business lines, external agencies, senior management, and peers).
Imperial Oil has been recognized as one of Canada’s and Alberta’s top employers (2024) as recognized by Mediacorp Canada Inc.’Competitive salary
Training and mentorship
Relocation assistance as required
Employee resource groups (ERG’s) – opportunity to participate in volunteer groups that support furthering the company’s inclusion objectives
Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Please see here for more information on Imperial’s Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines.
Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Eligibility to work in Canada: All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit.

📌 Business Development Specialist - Full time (Edmonton)
🏢 Imperial Oil
📍 Edmonton