Director, Supply Chain

Worley Group, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley, a global engineering and professional services firm, seeks a Director of Supply Chain in Houston to lead strategic supply chain initiatives across EPC and EPCM projects, aligning with sustainability goals and client needs.

You will drive cross-functional collaboration, optimize processes, leverage digital tools, and mentor regional teams while engaging senior leaders and customers to deliver value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of supply chain leadership in energy, chemicals or resources.
• Proven track record managing large-scale supply chain ops with supervision.
• Expert in supply chain systems, processes, and tools; drives digital transformation.
• Experience shaping strategic programs impacting EPC/EPCM projects.
• Skilled in managing complex projects with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to make independent strategic decisions for long-term success.
• Strong communicator, able to present proposals and influence stakeholders.
• Participative leadership style fostering high-performing teams.
• Commitment to sustainability and integrating sustainable practices.
• Local Houston metro candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to Supply Chain teams and enforce policies.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Project Delivery to align strategies.
• Lead EPC/EPCM supply chain initiatives across projects.
• Participate in bid and proposal development.
• Oversee governance of supply chain processes across Worley projects in the region.
• Analyze prime contracts and troubleshoot supply chain challenges.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement improvements and drive innovation.
• Develop policies and objectives aligned with long-term goals.
• Advise regional and location management on supply chain matters.
• Foster continuous improvement and digital innovation.
• Engage senior leadership and customers with strategic recommendations.

Job description

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Director, Supply Chain

Purpose of the Role:

The Director, Supply Chain is responsible for providing strategic leadership and governance to the Supply Chain function, ensuring the successful execution of supply chain strategies across projects. This role collaborates with internal stakeholders to develop integrated solutions, drive operational excellence, and enhance customer value. The successful candidate will contribute to the organization's ambition of delivering sustainable solutions by optimizing supply chain processes, leveraging digital tools, and ensuring alignment with Worley's sustainability objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction to Supply Chain teams, ensuring adherence to corporate policies and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Project Delivery teams to develop and execute differentiated, integrated supply chain strategies that align with customer needs.
• Lead supply chain initiatives for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) projects.
• Participate in bid and proposal development, contributing to strategic supply chain solutions that enhance project competitiveness.
• Oversee the governance and execution of supply chain processes across all Worley projects in the region.
• Analyze prime contracts, troubleshoot significant supply chain challenges, and provide proactive operational support to project teams.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams to implement operational improvements and drive supply chain innovation.
• Develop and oversee policies, procedures, and objectives that align with the company's long-term strategic goals.
• Serve as a key advisor to regional and location management on supply chain matters, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, digital innovation, and collaboration within the Supply Chain function.
• Engage with senior leadership and customers to effectively communicate and present complex proposals and strategic recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum 15 years supply chain management within the energy, chemicals, or resources sector.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale supply chain operations, with significant supervisory and management experience.
• Strong understanding of supply chain systems, processes, and tools, with the ability to drive digital transformation and innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic programs and policies that impact regional or large-scale EPC and EPCM projects
• Experience in managing complex projects and cross-functional teams, ensuring successful execution and alignment with business objectives.
• Ability to make independent, strategic decisions that drive long-term business success.
• Effective communicator with the ability to present complex proposals, influence stakeholders, and foster collaboration at all levels.
• Strong leadership skills with a participative management style, fostering a cooperative and high-performing team environment.
• Commitment to sustainability and the ability to integrate sustainable supply chain practices into operational strategies.
• Local candidates in the Houston metro/suburban region strongly preferred.

Moving forward together

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.