Boardwalk Pipelines
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Supervisor, Supply Chain Services
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Boardwalk Pipelines . We are currently looking for a
Supervisor, Supply Chain Services
for our Houston, TX office. Overview
Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com. Responsibilities
Procure materials and services to meet construction and operational requirements through competitive bidding and/or direct negotiation; maximize value for investments. Process Purchase Orders via BWP’s Oracle integrated financial software systems. Administer the SCM departmental business continuity program as required. Provide departmental support/guidance/maintenance for BWP’s integrated financial software systems, including troubleshooting, documentation, defects review, enhancements, design and testing, and user assistance for requisitions/PO/Receipt/Reporting. Assist various BWP departments with product information, pricing, analyses, and other items related to procurement and distribution of information from vendors or other sources. Assist in the sale of retired vehicles and other surplus equipment to employees or outside bidders to maximize return on material or equipment no longer required. Occasional on-call duty may be required. Supervise procurement of materials/services to meet requirements in compliance with policies and procedures. Supervise, provide guidance, and assign daily work to Sourcing Specialists and Expeditors (full-time and contract staff). Review material/service requests to ensure correct purchases meet company specifications. Supervise training for internal customers related to procurement policies, procedures, and systems. Assist Manager with the development of departmental policies and ensure staff follow them. Decide and recommend personnel actions including merit increases, promotions, and performance reviews. Develop annual budgets, departmental plans, and goals; execute and report accordingly. Develop and implement risk/liability reduction strategies for BWP. Identify continuous improvement opportunities in costing savings, processes, and/or enhanced services; assist in employee development for full-time staff. Essential Functions
Assist Engineering, Construction and Operations staff with technical clarification of obsolete or unavailable material; provide alternatives to ensure items meet requests. Provide timely responses to customers’ technical inquiries. Challenge vendor cost increases and negotiate costs and quality of services. Negotiate orders and contracts to leverage volume and reduce total cost of ownership while maximizing value for BWP. Communicate with internal and external partners to identify needs and ensure customer satisfaction. Procure goods and services based on requests from all areas of BWP. Evaluate competitive proposals and negotiate contracts or purchase orders. Monitor procurement performance using various metrics. Investigate and implement process improvements. Lead or participate in commodity teams to improve specifications, evaluate sources, and reduce costs. Coordinate required inspection, expediting and logistics support. Determine quality and performance standards for purchase orders and contracts. Analyze market conditions to inform process improvements, cost savings, and vendor selection. Prepare and process procurement transactions including requisitions, orders, receipts, returns, freight bills/manifests, bids, and RFQs. Maintain vendor contacts, adjust for replacements or pricing errors, and follow up to expedite deliveries. Facilitate dispute and claims resolution. Address Sarbanes-Oxley documentation requirements for qualifying transactions. Pursue proactive measures by establishing, monitoring, and reporting KPIs to anticipate and minimize performance issues. Required Skills, Knowledge, And Experience
7 - 10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management and/or supplier relationship management Strong networking, interpersonal and collaborative skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent problem-solving, mathematical and analytical skills Proven organizational skills with strong attention to detail Integrity and strong work ethic Strong computer skills including Oracle EBS and MS-Office Suite Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision Ability to build and maintain effective business relationships within the organization Demonstrated leadership abilities in project or daily operations Preferred Skills, Knowledge, And Experience
Supervisory Experience Interstate natural gas pipeline experience Experience in organizations utilizing best-in-class supply chain practices Mechanical, structural or electrical knowledge related to natural gas pipeline system operations Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent experience. Additional Information
Boardwalk Pipelines, LP maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug and substance abuse testing before hire. Boardwalk Pipelines, LP is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Oil and Gas
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Supervisor, Supply Chain Services
role at
Boardwalk Pipelines . We are currently looking for a
Supervisor, Supply Chain Services
for our Houston, TX office. Overview
Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com. Responsibilities
Procure materials and services to meet construction and operational requirements through competitive bidding and/or direct negotiation; maximize value for investments. Process Purchase Orders via BWP’s Oracle integrated financial software systems. Administer the SCM departmental business continuity program as required. Provide departmental support/guidance/maintenance for BWP’s integrated financial software systems, including troubleshooting, documentation, defects review, enhancements, design and testing, and user assistance for requisitions/PO/Receipt/Reporting. Assist various BWP departments with product information, pricing, analyses, and other items related to procurement and distribution of information from vendors or other sources. Assist in the sale of retired vehicles and other surplus equipment to employees or outside bidders to maximize return on material or equipment no longer required. Occasional on-call duty may be required. Supervise procurement of materials/services to meet requirements in compliance with policies and procedures. Supervise, provide guidance, and assign daily work to Sourcing Specialists and Expeditors (full-time and contract staff). Review material/service requests to ensure correct purchases meet company specifications. Supervise training for internal customers related to procurement policies, procedures, and systems. Assist Manager with the development of departmental policies and ensure staff follow them. Decide and recommend personnel actions including merit increases, promotions, and performance reviews. Develop annual budgets, departmental plans, and goals; execute and report accordingly. Develop and implement risk/liability reduction strategies for BWP. Identify continuous improvement opportunities in costing savings, processes, and/or enhanced services; assist in employee development for full-time staff. Essential Functions
Assist Engineering, Construction and Operations staff with technical clarification of obsolete or unavailable material; provide alternatives to ensure items meet requests. Provide timely responses to customers’ technical inquiries. Challenge vendor cost increases and negotiate costs and quality of services. Negotiate orders and contracts to leverage volume and reduce total cost of ownership while maximizing value for BWP. Communicate with internal and external partners to identify needs and ensure customer satisfaction. Procure goods and services based on requests from all areas of BWP. Evaluate competitive proposals and negotiate contracts or purchase orders. Monitor procurement performance using various metrics. Investigate and implement process improvements. Lead or participate in commodity teams to improve specifications, evaluate sources, and reduce costs. Coordinate required inspection, expediting and logistics support. Determine quality and performance standards for purchase orders and contracts. Analyze market conditions to inform process improvements, cost savings, and vendor selection. Prepare and process procurement transactions including requisitions, orders, receipts, returns, freight bills/manifests, bids, and RFQs. Maintain vendor contacts, adjust for replacements or pricing errors, and follow up to expedite deliveries. Facilitate dispute and claims resolution. Address Sarbanes-Oxley documentation requirements for qualifying transactions. Pursue proactive measures by establishing, monitoring, and reporting KPIs to anticipate and minimize performance issues. Required Skills, Knowledge, And Experience
7 - 10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management and/or supplier relationship management Strong networking, interpersonal and collaborative skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent problem-solving, mathematical and analytical skills Proven organizational skills with strong attention to detail Integrity and strong work ethic Strong computer skills including Oracle EBS and MS-Office Suite Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision Ability to build and maintain effective business relationships within the organization Demonstrated leadership abilities in project or daily operations Preferred Skills, Knowledge, And Experience
Supervisory Experience Interstate natural gas pipeline experience Experience in organizations utilizing best-in-class supply chain practices Mechanical, structural or electrical knowledge related to natural gas pipeline system operations Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent experience. Additional Information
Boardwalk Pipelines, LP maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug and substance abuse testing before hire. Boardwalk Pipelines, LP is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Oil and Gas
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