Associate, Contracts

Plains Midstream Canada

Posted 15 days ago

Full Time

Houston, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The associate is responsible for accurately entering crude oil purchase and sale transactions into the contract system and generating corresponding contracts. They must also review commercial terms, compare deal recaps, and investigate any discrepancies found during the contract review process.

Qualifications

You have a BBA or BS degree and possess excellent communication and organizational skills with a keen eye for detail. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment and have knowledge of contract terms, with energy industry contract administration experience being a plus.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Excel

Microsoft Word

Contract System

Risk Control corporate guidelines

Job Description

Job Type:

Regular

Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments.

Job Responsibilities

  • The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  •   Accurately entering crude oil purchase/sale transactions into the Contract System
  • Generate crude oil purchase/sale contracts to be sent to third parties
  • Review and confirm the commercial terms of physical trades with third parties
  • Compare third party contracts and broker recap details to internal deal recaps
  • Identify and investigate any discrepancies discovered upon contract review
  • Adhere to, and understand Risk Control corporate guidelines for contract timelines
  • Generate contract exception reports for Risk Management
  • Log, track, and maintain all contract correspondence

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively with Counterparties, Traders, Risk Management and Legal department
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Detail oriented (Accuracy is key)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work effectively in a team situation and make good judgments regarding priorities with limited close supervision
  • Knowledge and understanding of contract terms; experience in energy industry contract administration desired
  • Knowledge of various computer programs, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.#Plains

Requirements

  • BBA or BS degree

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. 


The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Free Parking.

  • Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
  • Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing
  • This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

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, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting WebCareers@Plains.com.

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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Plains Midstream Canada

On May 12, 2026, Plains completed the sale of its Canadian subsidiary—Plains Midstream Canada—and associated Canadian NGL business to Keyera. Plains retained and continues to operate its crude oil business in Canada as Plains Canada Liquid Pipelines.
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