Specialist, Contracts (40070)

Job Category: Supply Chain

Location: Saskatoon

Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1)

At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.

About Us

Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.

The Role

Cameco is looking for a motivated, team-oriented professional who values integrity, safety and the environment and strives to incorporate those values into their everyday achievements. As a contracts specialist, you will develop and implement processes and procedures for the effective negotiation and execution of capital expenditure project contracts.

In this role, you will:

• Work with stakeholders in the formation of contracts, ensuring process and procedures are effectively executed.
• Collaborate with end users to determine contracting type and strategy.
• Developing and initiating requests for proposals, evaluating proposals, completing award yes
• Following Cameco’s policies, standards and codes.
Liasing with stakeholders such as contracts administrators, procurement, construction, project management, and legal counsel.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, law, or engineering
• A minimum of five years of experience, specifically in supply chain management
• A Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or another comparable designation
• Experience in negotiating, developing, and executing large construction contracts
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered
• Travel to Ontario and northern mine sites as needed

Recommended:

• Previous experience with SAP or similar ERP system

Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:

• Competitive compensation program with base and variable pay
• Flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account
• Fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• RRSP and RPP matching program
• Career development opportunities
Relocation Assistance

Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.

Applicants will be considered for a level within the job progression which is appropriate to their qualifications.

You will have the opportunity to work remote in this position. However, there may be the need for intermittent meetings in the Saskatoon offices or Canadian sites. The details of this flex work arrangement will be discussed with you in the recruitment process.

Req ID #: 40070

Posted: July 9, 2024

Posting end date: July 30, 2024
Salary Range: $85,000 - $107,000

This information is presented as the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the total rewards provided for this position. The compensation offered to the successful candidate will be based on the individual’s education, skills and experience, as well as internal equity considerations.

The physical and psychological safety of our employee’s is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.