Specialist, Sourcing and Contracts - Services/Construction
Company: Venture Global LNG
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost
provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s
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. Responsibilities:
The Sourcing and Contracts Specialist - Services/Construction will
partner with internal stakeholders in the Venture Global Projects,
Operations and Pipeline teams to ensure the contracting for service
and construction labor are addressed. In this individual
contributor role, the Sourcing and Contract Specialist will develop
sourcing and procurement strategies, generate requests for
proposals, conduct bid events, negotiate and initiate agreements as
needed to support project schedules and budgets. This position
requires knowledge of the procurement function, familiarity with
contracting concepts, practices and procurement strategies. The
Sourcing and Contract Specialist must be able to apply this
knowledge when reviewing requisitions to find the best opportunity
for Venture Global with respect to cost, quality and on time
completion. Additional job responsibilities include the following:
Apply procurement/contracting strategies and advise on strategic
direction to maximize value in support of business objectives.
Apply supply chain techniques to maximize value to the business and
ensure best practices are being implemented. Issue and complete
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with potential bidders/vendors, as
required. Conduct pre-qualification activities, generate requests
for proposal, issue Service Orders or author Task Orders for the
purchase of services. Conduct pre-bid conferences, receive and
analyze vendor responses, tabulate and evaluate offers, and
recommend awards aligned with business needs. Understand and be
able to negotiate service/construction terms and conditions, define
and document scopes of work, and evaluate pricing in agreements to
protect the company from risks and liabilities. Collaborate and
serve as a liaison with internal cross-function teams to ensure
proper documentation, contract compliance and to integrate project
specific requirements. Ensure internal reviews and approvals are
received from key stakeholders for contract deviations that arise
during negotiations. Draft, review, approve and negotiate a variety
of contracts, contract amendments and contract extensions with the
support of Contract Administration and Legal. Apply business
requirements in accordance with the Company’s policies and
procedures. Apply knowledge of vendor capabilities to develop bid
lists and bid packages. Provide stakeholders with recommendations
of vendor selections obtained through the evaluation of vendor
proposals and other comparative bid analysis. Assist internal and
external stakeholders to meet objectives of cost, quality, and
schedule while maintaining positive working relationships. Ensure
all agreements and purchases follow all company policies and
procedures and are compliant with all federal, state and local laws
and regulations. Perform other duties assigned. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or
another related field. 3 years or more in a similar procurement,
sourcing or supply chain role involving services or construction
projects with complex civil, structural and mechanical scopes.
Excellent knowledge of sourcing, contracting and procurement
processes. Strong interpersonal skills and capable of building
strong relationships with internal stakeholders, as well as
vendors. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written,
with the ability to simplify complex concepts and present key
details and conclusions. Proficient with MS OfficeSuite, SAP and
Coupa procurement and contract management systems is preferred.
Interest in and comfort with being a part of a team environment
with rapidly changing assignments and priorities. Demonstrated
initiative and ownership of work with strong attention to detail.
Ability to accurately prepare periodic procurement reports. Willing
to report in office daily, with occasional nights and weekend work
require. Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a
driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers is
required. Periodic travel to sites in Louisiana and/or suppliers in
various domestic and international locations will be required. May
be required to carry a cell phone and respond as needed during
working and non-working hours. Legal experience desired. Certified
Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) desired. Work Hours: 9AM –
5PM, Monday – Friday (some overtime may be required) Work Location:
Houston, TX 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. LI-Onsite
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