Strategic Category Lead – Midstream Procurement

Acro Service Corp; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 61,992 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

A leading procurement services company is seeking a Procurement & Category Management Specialist to oversee strategies in Midstream Operations. Key responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, leading strategic sourcing initiatives, and ensuring compliance with procurement standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, significant experience in procurement, and strong analytical and negotiation skills. This position offers a contract employment type and operates from Houston, Texas.

Qualifications

• Multiple years of experience in Procurement & Supply Chain Management supporting Midstream or Upstream operations.
• Proven expertise in category strategy, sourcing, contracting, supplier risk management, and contract execution.
• Experience with programming or understanding economic impacts on oilfield categories is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and manage category management strategies for Midstream Operations.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and implement complex, long-term agreements.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to align priorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, or related field

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Ariba

SAP

Open Invoice

Excel

Access

Job description

A leading procurement services company is seeking a Procurement & Category Management Specialist to oversee strategies in Midstream Operations. Key responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, leading strategic sourcing initiatives, and ensuring compliance with procurement standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, significant experience in procurement, and strong analytical and negotiation skills. This position offers a contract employment type and operates from Houston, Texas.