Procurement Project Lead, Pipelines & Facilities

WhiteWater Midstream; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Job summary

WhiteWater Midstream is seeking a Procurement Project Lead to oversee procurement for major pipeline and facility projects in Houston. The role emphasizes leadership, supplier negotiations, contract management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely, cost-effective acquisitions.

The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation, organizational, and analytical skills, with experience in oil and gas or construction procurement practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in procurement and supply chain management, preferably in the pipeline and/or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and best practices.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Analytical mindset with ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in using procurement software; NetSuite is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement efforts for major pipeline and facility projects, ensuring timely, cost-effective acquisition.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, contractors, and vendors.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with terms.
• Monitor project budgets and costs, identifying opportunities for savings and improvements.
• Identify and mitigate procurement risks through proactive management strategies.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and finance to align procurement with goals.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and industry trends.
• Prepare regular reports on procurement activities and risks.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Contract management

Risk management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

WhiteWater Midstream is seeking a Procurement Project Lead to oversee procurement for major pipeline and facility projects in Houston. The role emphasizes leadership, supplier negotiations, contract management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely, cost-effective acquisitions.

The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation, organizational, and analytical skills, with experience in oil and gas or construction procurement practices.