Contract Administrator

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking a Contract Administrator to review requisitions, issue service contracts, and negotiate agreements for services across its operations and major projects in Houston. The role emphasizes applying procurement strategies, managing vendor relations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.

Based in Houston with a Hybrid-Remote Pilot Program, the position calls for strong negotiation, analytical skills, and collaboration with internal stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Legal experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply procurement strategies to maximize value and support business objectives.
• Apply supply chain techniques to maximize value and ensure best practices.
• Understand standard terms and conditions in service agreements to manage risk.
• Negotiate agreement terms, conditions, and strategic pricing for services.
• Ensure continuity of supply through adherence to Procurement policies.
• Develop bid lists and bid packages for services with minimal supervision.
• Evaluate vendor proposals for cost, quality, and schedule.
• Provide procurement recommendations based on evaluations.
• Assist internal/external customers to meet cost, quality, and schedule objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all policies, laws, and regulations.
• Follow Kinder Morgan Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Team player

Strong communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Vendor relations

Procurement knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Accounting/Supply Chain

CPSM certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

SharePoint

ERP systems

Job description

What We Are Looking For

The Contract Administrator position requires an in-depth knowledge of basic contracting functions. The Contract Administrator must be able to apply this knowledge when reviewing requisitions for services to find the best opportunity for Kinder Morgan with respect to cost, quality and on time completion.

The job duties and responsibilities for the Contract Administrator include generating requests for proposals, issuing contracts for the procurement of services, and negotiating agreements for services performed for Kinder Morgan's operations and major projects. The Contract Administrator must be familiar with all basic contracting concepts and practices and procurement strategies.

What You Will Do

• Applying procurement strategies and advising on strategic direction in order to maximize value in support of business objectives
• Applying supply chain techniques to maximize value to the business and ensure best practices are being implemented
• Understanding standard terms and conditions in service agreements and how they protect the company from risks and liabilities with minimal supervision
• Negotiating agreement terms and conditions and strategic pricing for services with minimal supervision
• Ensuring continuity of supply through applying business requirements in accordance with Procurement's policies and procedures
• Applying knowledge of vendor capabilities while developing bid lists and bid packages for the purchase of services with minimal supervision
• Evaluating vendor proposals to ensure cost, quality, and schedule with minimal supervision
• Providing procurement customer recommendations of vendor selections obtained through the evaluation of vendor proposals and other comparative analysis
• Assisting internal and external customers with meeting objectives of cost, quality, and schedule while maintaining positive working relationships
• Ensuring all agreements and purchases are in compliance with all company policies and procedures and with all federal, state and local laws and regulations
• Following Kinder Morgan Code of Business Conduct and Ethics

What You Need

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Accounting, Supply Chain Management or other related discipline is preferred
• Legal experience is preferred

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a purchasing/procurement environment required with a bachelor's degree
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a purchasing/procurement environment required in lieu of a bachelor's degree
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) - Preferred.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers is required
• Familiar with industry related commodities
• Strong interpersonal skills and capable of building strong relationships with internal customers, as well as vendors
• Strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills
• Able to work in a team and take direction from management or senior level peers
• Strong communication (written and oral) and organization skills
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets and employees and the general public
• Proficient in Microsoft applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Experience with SharePoint, Contract Management and ERP systems

Working Conditions:

• Based in Houston Headquarters with a Hybrid-Remote Pilot Program available
• Travel may be required across a broad geographic region, as determined by Hiring Manager.
• May be required to carry a company-provided cell phone and respond as needed during working and non-working hours.
• May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed.

Position may be filled at various levels depending on the experience and job skills of successful candidate.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.