Senior Contracts & Category Lead, Digital

NextDecade; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDecade is seeking a Sr. Contracts Specialist to support sourcing, purchasing, and contract-management activities within the Digital category. This role collaborates with internal stakeholders and provides end-to-end exposure to procurement, including software agreements and professional services.

The position requires strong analytical and communication skills, 7+ years in related fields, and a Bachelor’s degree. Office-based role in Houston with compliance to company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field.
• Minimum 7+ years in category management, procurement, sourcing, or related discipline.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing activities across spend areas.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and statements of work.
• Conduct market research and monitor industry trends.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify requirements across functions.
• Assist with contract review, maintenance, and compliance monitoring.
• Maintain procurement documentation per policies and procedures.
• Support spend analysis, budget tracking, and supplier performance.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Sourcing

Vendor management

Cross-functional

Analytics

MS Excel

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

Sirion

SAP

Microsoft 365

Job description

NextDecade is seeking a Sr. Contracts Specialist to support sourcing, purchasing, and contract-management activities within the Digital category. This role collaborates with internal stakeholders and provides end-to-end exposure to procurement, including software agreements and professional services.

The position requires strong analytical and communication skills, 7+ years in related fields, and a Bachelor’s degree. Office-based role in Houston with compliance to company policies and procedures.