D&C Supply Chain Lead: Strategic Sourcing & Continuity

Crescent Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment Email: recruitment@cresent

Job summary

Crescent Energy is seeking a seasoned Category Manager for Drilling & Completions to lead strategic sourcing across tubulars, frac services, drilling services, fluids, and logistics. You will partner with Drilling, Completions, Field Operations, Legal, and HSE to define requirements, assess market conditions, and drive cost savings while ensuring supply continuity.

The role requires 8+ years in upstream procurement, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong negotiation and analytics.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of supply chain, procurement, or category management experience in upstream oil and gas.
• Direct experience supporting drilling and completions operations required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field required.
• Experience working in multi-basin or multi-asset environments is preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing events and managing supplier relationships in complex markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously refine category strategies across operating areas aligned with D&C plans and company objectives.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, RFQs, and negotiations for critical D&C services and materials.
• Evaluate market conditions, supplier capabilities, and cost drivers to optimize sourcing decisions.
• Identify and execute opportunities for cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation.
• Align sourcing strategies with long-term business planning, capital programs, and activity forecasts.
• Establish and manage supplier performance frameworks with KPIs and scorecards.
• Drive continuous improvement with key suppliers across safety, service quality, cost, reliability, and innovation.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships for capacity, technology, and pricing.
• Lead issue resolution and supplier risk mitigation efforts.
• Monitor market trends, pricing benchmarks, and supply/demand dynamics for D&C categories.

Skills

Drilling & Completions

Negotiation

Contract Management

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Data Interpretation

Communication

Problem-Solving

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Crescent Energy is seeking a seasoned Category Manager for Drilling & Completions to lead strategic sourcing across tubulars, frac services, drilling services, fluids, and logistics. You will partner with Drilling, Completions, Field Operations, Legal, and HSE to define requirements, assess market conditions, and drive cost savings while ensuring supply continuity.

The role requires 8+ years in upstream procurement, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong negotiation and analytics.