Venture Global LNG · 6 hours ago
Specialist, Sourcing and Contracts - Engineering
Arlington, VA / Houston, TX
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expVenture Global LNG is a provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas, focusing on low-cost energy solutions. The Sourcing & Contract Specialist will collaborate with internal teams to develop procurement strategies, manage contracts, and ensure compliance with project requirements.
ConstructionEnergyNatural ResourcesOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Partner with internal stakeholders in the Venture Global Projects, Regulatory/Permitting, Development, Operations and Pipeline teams to ensure the contracting for service and construction labor are addressed
Develop sourcing and procurement strategies, generate requests for proposals, conduct bid events, negotiate and initiate agreements as needed to support project schedules and budgets
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, author and issue Task Orders and/or Consulting Services Orders for engineering, regulatory and/or project development 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 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
Qualification
Required
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 engineering 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 Office Suite, 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 required
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
Preferred
Legal experience desired
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) desired
Company
Venture Global LNG
Venture Global LNG develops, constructs, and operates liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facilities.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$46.48BKey Investors
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2025-12-09Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-07-28Post Ipo Debt· $15.1B
2025-05-01Post Ipo Debt· $3B
Leadership Team
Jack Thayer
Chief Financial Officer
Sarah Blake
Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
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