Specialist Contracts Management

Enbridge · Houston · $105,000–$125,000 (stated in the posting)

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At Enbridge, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable energy while advancing operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. We are looking for a highly skilled Specialist Contracts Management to provide senior-level Supply Chain Management (SCM) contract support for complex agreements across the organization. In this role, you will lead the drafting, negotiation, and execution of contractual agreements while balancing business objectives with risk management principles. Working closely with SCM, Legal, and cross-functional stakeholders, you will help drive consistent, compliant, and efficient contracting outcomes.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving complex business challenges, we encourage you to apply today. #Joinourteamcorp

*Note: Internally this role is called Specialist Contracts Center

What You Will Do:

• Independently draft, review, redline, negotiate and execute Master Agreements (excluding commercials) for direct category management areas, including, but not limited to engineering, procurement and chemicals.
• Coordinate internal input from SCM personnel, Legal, and other functional stakeholders such as Insurance, Tax and Credit to update the contract according to Enbridge guardrails.
• Review supplier redlines and prepares practical, risk-informed responses using approved templates, fallback language, and legal guidance.
• Select appropriate contract type based on documented guidance from Legal.
• Promote consistent application of approved contract language, processes, and best practices within the SCM Contracts Center.
• Document business decisions, Legal feedback, negotiation rationale, approved deviations, status updates, and contract records to support historical records and reporting.
• Identify recurring contracting issues, supplier negotiation trends, template gaps, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for master agreements, playbooks, alternate clauses, or improved intake guidance.
• Ensure compliance with Enbridge policies, procedures, and governance frameworks, including the Contracts Policy and SCM Policy.

Who You Are:

• University degree in Business, Law, Paralegal Studies, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in contract management, supplier contracting, or as an in-house paralegal drafting and negotiating supplier agreements, preferably within the oil and gas, energy, or construction industries.
• Demonstrated experience drafting Master Service Agreements and negotiating complex contract terms and conditions with suppliers and service providers.
• Strong understanding of contract risk allocation, including indemnification, limitation of liability, insurance, and other key contractual provisions.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to build credibility across multiple business functions.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities, multiple negotiations, and tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient with enterprise systems and business tools such as Oracle Cloud, Icertis, SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic signature platforms such as Adobe Sign.

Preferred:

• Experience with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts and any other contract types are an asset.
• Professional certifications such as World Commerce & Contracting (WCC), IACCM, Paralegal designation, or other contract management and supply chain certifications.
• Experience working within construction, oil and gas, or large-scale industrial environments.
• Knowledge of contract lifecycle management systems, including Icertis, is considered an asset.
• Experience working with both US and Canadian contracts

Working Conditions:

• Typical office environment with a combination of independent work and cross-functional collaboration.
• Work is deadline-driven and may involve periods of increased workload during peak sourcing, contracting, and negotiation activities.
• Requires managing multiple competing priorities, urgent requests, and stakeholder expectations while delivering high-quality contractual outcomes.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:

Grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office) include but are not limited to:

Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Base Salary:

• Base salary ranges from $105,000 - $125,000 USD for US locations based upon candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity. (For all US based roles)
• Applicable compensation policies and guidelines apply to internal candidates.

Benefits:

• A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance and disability.
• A paid maternity and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during this important life event.
• Valuable retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option.
• Paid time off/vacation/sick, plus paid personal days off (depending on location), and paid holidays.
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Wellness Program, which focuses on supporting healthier employees by providing tools, resources, and opportunities to improve physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.
• Enbridge’s FlexWork (hybrid work model) offers eligible employees (Manager and below) the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, opt for a compressed work week schedule, or have flexible start and end times. Role requirements determine your eligibility for each option.

Note* This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located without requiring sponsorship from Enbridge now or in the future.

Enbridge is committed to using AI responsibly. AI may assist with certain recruiting activities, but it is not used to make employment decisions. All employment decisions are made by people.

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@enbridge.com.

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.

• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com

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