Sr Supply Chain Analyst - Drilling & Completions Procurement

Career Opportunities: Sr Supply Chain Analyst - Drilling & Completions Procurement (5266)

Requisition ID 5266 - Posted 08/27/2026 - United States - Texas - Houston - SCM

At Murphy Oil Corporation, we believe the rich experiences and backgrounds of our employees strengthen our Company, create a productive workforce, and drive our success. We encourage you to apply for the positions for which you meet the qualifications.

Job Summary

Murphy is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Supply Chain Analyst with expertise in operations procurement to join our team. This role will be reporting to the SCM Supervisor and will be responsible for executing the Drilling and Completions Procurement Plan, contributing to cost savings through negotiation strategies and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Additionally, the Supply Chain Specialist will be responsible for the acquisition of materials, equipment, and services supporting day-to-day drilling and completions activities. You will work closely with field personnel and management across various business units, Supply Chain, and operations-based suppliers to deliver value and achieve organizational goals.

The Supply Chain Analyst will work in our Houston Corporate office and may work two (2) days a week remote, as business needs allow.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for sourcing major materials, equipment and services for Drilling and Completions
• Execute daily sourcing activities such as developing Purchase Requisitions, issuing Purchase Orders and ongoing Purchase Order expediting
• Assist in Request for Proposals/Quotations; conduct bid analysis, facilitate technical and commercial clarifications, and make award recommendations
• Assist in delivering the current Drilling and Completions Procurement Plan by executing sourcing and contracting efforts
• Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from negotiation and execution to ongoing monitoring and review
• Track contractual obligations and provide summaries to business owners for accountability
• Work with stakeholders to quantify usage and forecast future requirements
• Lead negotiations with suppliers and contractors, developing and executing cost reduction and avoidance strategies
• Develop and manage supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Identify impactful contractual relationships and track realized savings and potential opportunities
• Collaborate with Contracts / Legal to ensure all contracts comply with internal and external regulations
• Identify and assess emerging opportunities within the supply chain to maximize value
• Proactively engage with key stakeholders to identify sourcing and contract value opportunities
• Assess customer needs, provides procurement expertise to customers in the acquisition process
• Assist in negotiations with Supplier / Contractors including developing and executing cost reduction and cost avoidance strategies and initiatives
• Monitor, assess and adjust sourcing strategies based on supplier and market intelligence
• Ensure current and continued compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures both internally and externally to the Institution
• Independently plans actions to ensure customer requirements are achieved

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of experience in operations procurement or contracting support
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and procurement software

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration or other technical degree
• Minimum 5 years or more relevant experience, preferably in operations, drilling and completions, or contracting support
• Strong understanding of contract negotiation principles and best practices
• Strong understanding of Drilling and Completions equipment and services
• Proven ability to develop and execute cost-saving strategies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Strong SAP experience preferred
• Strong Ariba experience preferred
• Icertis experience preferred

The individual is required to follow all applicable safety precautions. Work is performed almost entirely in a controlled (i.e., inside) environment and does not typically subject the incumbent to any hazardous/extreme elements; some positions may require regularly moving or transporting items weighing up to 25 lbs. around the office for various needs. The successful candidate must be able to complete all essential physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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PURPOSE

We believe in providing energy that empowers people.

MISSION

We challenge the norm, tap into our strong legacy and use our foresight and financial discipline to deliver inspired energy solutions.

VISION

We see a future where we are an industry leader who is positively impacting lives for the next 100 years and beyond.

VALUES & BEHAVIORS

Do Right Always

• Respect people, safety, environment and the law
• Follow through on commitments
• Make it better

Think Beyond Possible

• Offer solution
• Step up and lead
• Don't settle for "good enough"
• Embrace new opportunities

Stay With It

• Show resilience
• Lean into challenges
• Support each other
• Consider the implications

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Murphy Oil Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program. Please read the E-Verify Notice-English / E-Verify Notice-Spanish and Right to Work Notice before proceeding with your job application.

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Murphy Oil Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, and status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

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