Supply Chain Representative

Job Summary

This position is located in The Woodlands, TX as a member of the Supply Chain Management (SCM) group supporting Western Midstream’s Operations and Inventory Management teams.

- 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management in Oil/Gas industry with Operator, Service or Engineering Company

- Knowledge of Midstream Operations, Pipelines, Facilities and equipment is highly preferred

- Proven track record of delivering advantageous commercial results across a variety of capital and operating spend categories

- Strong understanding of Oilfield Materials and Equipment (Pipe, Valves, Fittings, Compressors, Separators, Launchers and Receivers, etc.)

- Strong analytical, strategic, and interpersonal skills to effectively influence change and return additional value

- Proven ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal Stakeholders as well as with external suppliers

- Proven ability to assess, prioritize and respond to urgent situations on a timely basis

- Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI

- Working experience with SAP S4HANA highly preferred

- Strong data analysis skills

- Market analysis/research skills

- Ability to facilitate and lead in cross-functional team settings

- Ability to multitask/prioritize based on project needs

- Ability to communicate and influence total cost decision making to key stakeholders

- Must be adaptable and focused in a rapidly changing environment

- Strong understanding of Oilfield Service Contracts (Construction, Fabrication, Pipeline Installation etc.)

- Basic knowledge of Master Agreements and Contract Administration with ability to negotiate terms and conditions on behalf of the company

- Strong understanding of the RFx Process

- Ability to create and or establish KPI’s for specific types of contracts, commodities, or contractors

Responsibilities

- Responsible for supporting Operations and Inventory Management teams in West Texas (Delaware Basin), as well as other stakeholders as assigned.

- Recognize that all efforts must be aligned in support of Project/Operation’s needs as well as company policies and procedures

- Create and or contribute to initiatives that result in on-time delivery of goods/services and process efficiencies.

- Present concise solutions to project team leaders on procurement resolutions

- Exhibit combination of tactical, sourcing, and inventory management skillsets.

- Drive for continuous improvements and innovation internally through asset / project teams and externally with suppliers

- Develop excellent supplier relationship management skillset with contractors and distributors.

- Develop full understanding of market forces and dynamics of onshore equipment and services

- Manage the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) process for all transactions within assigned stakeholder group. This may include, among other things, Sourcing/Bid Events, Purchase Order creation/maintenance, Expediating, and follow up on account statuses

- Analyze key cost drivers in contracts/purchase orders and monitor

- Create and document contract pricing in SAP and related systems

Education

- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or other related areas of study is required; MBA a plus.

Certifications/Licenses

- Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) preferred.

Travel Requirements

- The percentage of travel required for this position is 10-15%

Work Schedule

- This position follows a hybrid schedule working in office Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and working remote Wednesday and Friday. Monday-Thursday are 9 hours and Fridays are 4 hours.