Project Procurement Lead

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

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement Project Lead to join our team. This role will primarily be responsible for overseeing and managing procurement efforts for major pipeline and facility projects. The Procurement Project Lead will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services required for the successful execution of these projects. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. Experience in either the oil and gas or construction industry is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement efforts for major pipeline and facility projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods, materials, and services required for project execution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and vendors, fostering strategic partnerships and ensuring the availability of high-quality goods and services.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, terms, and conditions.
• Monitor project budgets and costs, identifying opportunities for cost savings, value engineering, and process improvements in the procurement function.
• Identify and mitigate potential procurement risks, such as supply chain disruptions, price fluctuations, and quality issues, through effective risk assessment and proactive management strategies.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and finance professionals, to align procurement activities with project objectives and organizational goals.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and stay up-to-date with industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies.
• Prepare regular reports and updates on procurement activities, providing insights to management and stakeholders on project status, cost variances, and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a 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 the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and systems. Experience with NetSuite is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with contract management and legal aspects related to procurement.
• Familiarity with risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Proactive and results-oriented with a strong focus on continuous improvement.

Benefits:This position is full-time located in Houston, Texas. Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.

As set forth in WhiteWater Midstream’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years.

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