Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s two Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join us within the Procurement function in Plaquemines, LA. The SCM Specialist position requires an in-depth knowledge of basic contracting & buying functions with general understanding of material management processes. This role will office and report to Procurement Management onsite at the Plaquemines LNG Facility.
Responsibilities:
- Provide service and materials buying support for Maintenance/Operations
- Performs contract administration, which includes creating and modifying purchase order and contract documents; adjusting, cancelling and/or closing transactions in SAP and Coupa.
- Ensure continuity of supply through applying business requirements in accordance with Procurement’s policies and procedures.
- Assist in the effort of RFx and bidding processes, specifically for services and spare parts, minimizing risk and maximizing value in terms of quality, delivery and cost.
- Liaise with Material Management team members to verify proper material custody transfers.
- Effectively collaborate and support stakeholders with purchase requisitioning inefficiencies, process deviations, and strategic sourcing of materials/services as identified.
- Monitors supplier and contract activity and identifies areas for improved cost savings.
- Manage the Supplier Sourcing List in SAP for critical spares and material.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, engineering or related discipline is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a purchasing, procurement or supply chain management environment within the oil and gas industry or equivilant; Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities highly preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a purchasing, procurement or supply chain management environment required in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) – preferred
- Possess and maintain a valid drivers licenses and Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal skills and capable of building strong relationships with internal customers, as well as vendors.
- Strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills.
- Able to work in a team and take direction from management.
- Strong communication (written and oral) and organization skills.
- Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets and employees and the general public.
- Proficient in Microsoft applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Experience with SAP and Coupa systems.
- Knowledge of material management and inventory tracking systems
- May be required to carry a cell phone and respond as needed during working and non-working hours.
Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
