Manager, Sourcing & Contracts

Venture Global Inc

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acquisitions Management, Best Practices, Business Administration, Business Support, Communication Skills, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Finance, Leadership, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), Maintain Compliance, Negotiation Skills, Oil and Gas, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Performance Metrics, Procurement Strategy, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk, Risk Analysis, SAP, Sourcing Strategy, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
4 days ago

Summary

We are seeking an experienced leader to join us as a Manager, Sourcing & Contracts within the Procurement function in Houston. This person is responsible and accountable for the sourcing of third-party goods and services for Venture Global LNG Operations.

General Description Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage and continuously develop a team of Sourcing Specialists who are responsible for supporting the day-to-day procurement of specific departmental categories.
  • Participate in rigorous and critical contract negotiations with key internal stakeholders including, Legal, Finance and Projects.
  • Develop and execute multi-asset procurement strategies that support key business objectives, including strategic sourcing and cost savings.
  • Facilitate regular touch points with stakeholders to ensure annual sourcing and contracting plan is maintained.
  • Implement best practices in procurement and contracting to support commercial and operational objectives.
  • Ensure the execution of standards, controls, policies, procedures and performance metrics to effectively and efficiently manage the acquisition and reporting of third-party spend across assets.
  • Drive compliance in all procurement activities by ensuring Company policies and procedures are followed.
  • Conduct review meetings with key stakeholders to assess risk, review future strategies, and identify potential cost out and improvement opportunities.
  • Identify areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business results.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with strategic suppliers to assure cost, quality, and delivery targets are met.
  • Update procurement strategies based on changing market conditions and dynamic business needs.

Qualifications

Required experience

  • Minimum of ten years supply chain experience, including contracting, in the oil and gas industry; Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities highly preferred.
  • Ability to build relationships and engage with stakeholders across the organization.
  • Understanding of key contractual terms and ability to facilitate discussion with stakeholders accordingly.
  • Demonstrated ability to access risk appropriately and negotiate commercial terms with suppliers with limited Legal support.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and manage supplier relationships and long-term partnerships.
  • Strong knowledge of maintenance practices and operations processes.
  • Ability to effectively lead, delegate and motivate.
  • Able to effectively communicate across various disciplines and with contract counterparties.
  • Excellent writing skills, including drafting of simple legal documents with accuracy.
  • Ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines.
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage commercially sensitive and confidential information.
  • Ability to work independently as well as with team members and take direction in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • A strong working relationship and collaborative partner in the interactions of maintenance activities and performance in conjunction with reliable sustained operation.
  • Experience with SAP and Coupa required.

Required Education

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering or related discipline; MBA or Juris Doctor desired.

About the Company

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Venture Global Inc