Procurement Strategy Director - Oil & Gas

Diversified Gas & Oil; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversified Energy Company, a U.S.-based energy leader, seeks a Director of Procurement to drive strategic leadership of procurement operations, overseeing $300–$500 million in annual spend and ensuring financial accountability and operational efficiency. The role reports to the VP of Operations and requires extensive industry expertise and strong commercial judgment.

The successful candidate will implement effective procurement strategies, manage significant financial responsibilities, and set

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience in oil & gas or energy.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing procurement teams.
• Experience overseeing high-value contracts and major expenditures.
• Strong financial acumen and executive communication.
• Ability to set performance standards and drive accountability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligning with priorities and growth.
• Lead and develop the procurement team with clear performance goals.
• Manage $300–$500 million in annual spend with cost controls and strategic sourcing.
• Oversee supplier selection, contract negotiations, and vendor relationships.
• Establish KPIs to measure procurement effectiveness and savings.
• Collaborate with executives to forecast needs and mitigate risks.
• Ensure adherence to policies, controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive process improvements for efficiency and transparency.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Procurement strategy

Negotiation

Executive communication

Cost optimization

Sourcing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Job description

Diversified Energy Company, a U.S.-based energy leader, seeks a Director of Procurement to drive strategic leadership of procurement operations, overseeing $300–$500 million in annual spend and ensuring financial accountability and operational efficiency. The role reports to the VP of Operations and requires extensive industry expertise and strong commercial judgment.

The successful candidate will implement effective procurement strategies, manage significant financial responsibilities, and set