Job ID# 3326
Job Title: Material Expeditor
Job Level: BU5
Date Posted: January 20, 2026
Closing Date: February 3, 2026
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Category: Internal/External Opportunities
Location: Calgary
Powering a bright future starts with you!
At AltaLink, people are at the heart of our success. We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day. We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. Everyone at AltaLink can expect to work in a safe, respectful environment where trust and commitment are at the core of how we operate.
Oh, and, what do we do?
We power Alberta! Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you're on our team, you're supporting Alberta's homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe, reliable and affordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on. Want to join our team? We're excited to share that we are hiring for a Material Expeditor.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Manager, Materials, this individual will be responsible for monitoring the movement of materials and equipment for AltaLink and ensuring that the right materials and equipment are delivered in a timely manner to the correct location.
Responsibilities:
- Managing the expediting work process and reporting the status of purchased material and equipment from the time of order confirmation through receipt at the designated delivery point
- Monitor and expedite the submission, review, and approval of technical documents in accordance with project or procurement schedules and contractual requirements
- Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of engineering drawings, specifications, data sheets, and other technical documents
- Review documentation for completeness, formatting, and compliance with AltaLink or project-specific standards before routing for approval
- Maintain and update materials and document tracking systems to reflect current status, deadlines, and outstanding actions
- Liaise with engineering, projects, operations and procurement teams to resolve related issues or delays
- Prepare and deliver regular reports on materials delivery status, document status, outstanding actions, and potential risks to schedule
- Support audits and quality assurance processes by ensuring accurate and complete document records.
- Produce and distribute weekly expediting reports to internal business partners.
- Engaging and coordinating with all departments and stakeholders regarding supplier-related issues within assigned commodities and equipment
- Engaging suppliers to drive cost, lead time, and on time performance.
- Monitoring Supplier's performances KPI's and participate/lead supplier performance improvement initiatives
- Facilitating all aspects of customs clearance including holding the supplier relationship, reconciliation of invoices, and supporting all departments with moving materials into and out of Canada
- All candidates must demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars - one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability
Requirements
Qualifications:
- University degree or College diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or other related discipline
- Minimum of 5-7 years' related experience in expediting, procurement or contract management
- Supply chain certification such as CPIM or SCMP is an asset (or working towards)
- Proven ability/experience in the above noted responsibilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills suited to a professional business environment
- Proactive and able to manage multiple competing priorities with tight deadlines
- Ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical, organizational, planning and time management skills
- Superior attention to detail and accuracy
- Understanding of supply chain related legal terms, conditions and contracts
- Sound MS Office skills, in particular Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Sound supply chain software skills (e.g., SAP MM, etc.).
- Experience with SharePoint and SAP preferred
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills to interface with team members and stakeholders to promote positive customer outcomes
- Proven track record of good performance and attendance.
Notes:
Internal candidates can submit their resume internally via https://referrals.workable.com/altalink/jobs/
External candidates can submit their application via Workable externally at AltaLink - Current Openings (workable.com).
AltaLink employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process. Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests. Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.
We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with AltaLink. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only be contacting candidates being considered for an interview. We sincerely appreciate all interest and invite all candidates to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or X.
In proceeding with your application, you will be required to submit personal information to AltaLink through our applicant tracking service provider and this information will be accessible to AltaLink personnel involved in AltaLink's hiring processes. AltaLink also relies on third parties to assist in the hiring process and your information may be provided to them for this purpose. In the application process, AltaLink will require you to provide consent to the collection, use, and storage of your personal information for these purposes.
At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.
For eligible positions AltaLink offers optional hybrid work that provides flexibility between working from home and the office.
Benefits
- Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
- Spending Accounts
- Competitive Compensation
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
- Group Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work and 13 Recognized Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Social Club
- Onsite Parking
- Wellness Programs
