Senior Drilling Procurement & Contracts Lead

RESPEC Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & ESOP(with company match up to

Professional Development and Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Job summary

RESPEC Inc. is seeking an experienced Drilling Procurement & Contracts Manager to lead the procurement and contracting of drilling services, equipment, materials, and subcontractors for our oil and gas operations in Houston.

This senior role requires autonomy and a strong background in commercial contracts within energy projects. You will develop contracting strategies, negotiate MSAs and service agreements, and manage vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective solutions

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in oil and gas procurement, contracts management, or related fields.
• Proven ability to develop, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts and supplier agreements.
• Experience supporting drilling, completions, well services, or related energy-sector operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, negotiation, execution, and administration of contracts supporting drilling operations.
• Develop and negotiate MSAs, service agreements, purchase orders, work orders, and other commercial agreements.
• Manage procurement activities for drilling contractors, service providers, equipment suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Lead bid solicitation, evaluation, contract award recommendations, and commercial negotiations.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify vendors and contractors to support drilling projects.
• Partner with drilling teams, engineers, project managers, and leadership to develop contracting and procurement strategies.
• Manage contractual risk and support the resolution of claims, disputes, and change orders.
• Monitor market conditions, supplier performance, and opportunities to improve cost, efficiency, and service quality.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contracts management

Negotiation

Independent leadership

Communication

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Supply Chain/Contracts Management

Job description

RESPEC Inc. is seeking an experienced Drilling Procurement & Contracts Manager to lead the procurement and contracting of drilling services, equipment, materials, and subcontractors for our oil and gas operations in Houston.

This senior role requires autonomy and a strong background in commercial contracts within energy projects. You will develop contracting strategies, negotiate MSAs and service agreements, and manage vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective solutions