Boardwalk Pipelines, LP Human Resources

Manage end-to-end commercial strategy and procurement for pipe, valves, and fittings ensuring supply reliability. | Bachelor's degree with 8-12 years procurement experience in oil and gas or industrial pipeline, expertise in large-diameter pipe procurement and steel market. | *To access Dayforce at its best, log in from the latest version of Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge. * 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. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. 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. We are currently looking for a Category Manager Pipe, Valves, & Fittings (PVF) for our Houston, TX office. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Category Manager for Pipe, Valves, and Fittings (PVF) is responsible for end-to-end commercial ownership of all pipe, valve, fitting, and piping component categories across Boardwalk's operational and capital demand. This role develops and executes sourcing strategies, manages mill and OEM relationships, drives total cost of ownership, and ensures supply reliability across a broad materials portfolio that is fundamental to the integrity and continuity of Boardwalk's pipeline system. Key Responsibilities: Category Strategy and Spend Ownership Own all pipe, valve, fitting, and piping component spend as a commercial portfolio with full accountability for cost performance, supplier strategy, supply risk, and long-term value. Develop and execute multi-year category strategies differentiated by application — large-diameter transmission pipe, facility and station piping, mainline valves, control valves, and specialty fittings. Maintain demand visibility across operational and capital requirements; deploy forward-looking sourcing strategies and supply positioning to reduce lead time and cost risk. Develop and maintain cost models tied to steel market indices, mill capacity utilization, tariff exposure, and labor costs to support negotiations, budgeting, and leadership reporting. Evaluate and pursue opportunities for specification rationalization, supplier consolidation, and volume leverage across operational and capital PVF spend. Sourcing, Contracting, and Contract Management Execute the full sourcing lifecycle for assigned categories including supplier prequalification, RFP and RFQ development, bid evaluation, commercial negotiation, and award documentation in compliance with Boardwalk's sourcing policy and delegation of authority. Draft, evaluate, and negotiate contract commercial structures in coordination with Legal, Insurance, Treasury, and Risk Management to ensure appropriate risk allocation and commercial terms. Ensure all contractual records, bid documentation, and contract correspondence are maintained in Boardwalk's contract management and ERP systems in accordance with records retention requirements. Manage post-award contract administration including contract handover, supplier performance monitoring, commercial assurance, and coordination of modifications and extensions. Negotiate frame supply agreements, blanket orders, and catalog pricing with valve OEMs and authorized distributors to support both capital and operational demand efficiently. Commercial and Supplier Management Develop and maintain preferred supplier relationships with domestic and international pipe mills, valve OEMs, and PVF distributors. Negotiate Master Supply Agreements encompassing pricing structures, volume commitments, quality standards, warranty terms, and delivery performance requirements. Monitor market conditions including domestic steel pricing, mill capacity and lead times, tariff developments, and competitive mill qualification activity. Manage supplier performance against contractual quality, delivery, and service commitments; escalate and resolve claims, rejections, and non-conformances. Risk Management and Compliance Continuously assess and manage supply risk including single-source concentration, domestic mill capacity constraints, tariff and trade policy exposure, quality non-conformance risk, and lead time volatility. Ensure Boardwalk's approach to non-domestic pipe sourcing reflects current tariff policy and leadership-approved sourcing strategy. Ensure all PVF procurement complies with Boardwalk's sourcing policy, competitive bid requirements, applicable API and ASME material standards, and regulatory documentation requirements. Stakeholder Partnership Serve as the primary commercial interface for Engineering, Integrity, and Operations on all PVF sourcing and contracting matters. Collaborate with Engineering on pipe and valve specifications, material standards, and supplier qualification to ensure commercial requirements are embedded in design documents from early stages. Provide leadership with timely market intelligence on steel pricing, mill capacity, tariff developments, and PVF supply risk relevant to capital planning and budgeting. Performance Management and Reporting Track and report category KPIs including total cost of ownership, cost savings, cost avoidance, supplier on-time delivery, quality rejection rates, bid competitiveness, and contract coverage. Deliver regular category reporting to supply chain leadership on market conditions, supplier performance, and emerging risks. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE: Experience Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. Minimum 8 to 12 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management with demonstrated focus on pipe, valves, fittings, or related piping materials in an oil and gas or industrial pipeline environment. Demonstrated experience managing large-diameter pipe procurement, including mill bid processes, tonnage analysis, and delivery management. Familiarity with domestic and international steel markets, pipe mill capacity dynamics, and the impact of trade and tariff policy on PVF sourcing strongly preferred. Familiarity with quality management systems and material qualification requirements for high-pressure natural gas transmission service. Core Capabilities Deep commercial acumen in PVF market dynamics, mill pricing structures, multi-million-dollar supply contract negotiation, and volume-based pricing optimization. Strong analytical skills in spend analysis, cost modeling, steel market benchmarking, and total landed cost analysis. Ability to manage complex, multi-supplier PVF procurement while maintaining quality and schedule discipline. Effective cross-functional collaborator with credibility to engage Engineering and operations stakeholders on technical PVF matters. Clear and confident communicator capable of presenting sourcing strategies, market intelligence, and tariff risk assessments to senior leadership. PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE: Preferred Qualifications Professional certification in supply chain or procurement (CPSM, CSCP, or equivalent). Experience with Oracle EBS, SAP, or comparable ERP platforms in a procurement workflow. Interstate natural gas pipeline or midstream industry experience. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring. 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, or disability status.

Manage sourcing and contracting of EPC and construction services for capital growth projects, including contractor relationships and supply chain integration. | 8-12 years procurement experience in EPC/construction services with a bachelor's degree in relevant field. | *To access Dayforce at its best, log in from the latest version of Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge. * 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. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. 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. We are currently looking for a Category Manager Growth Projects for our Houston, TX office. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Category Manager for Growth Projects is responsible for the sourcing and contracting of EPC and construction services supporting Boardwalk's capital growth portfolio. This role owns the procurement delivery function for capital programs — managing construction contractor relationships, developing contracting strategies, and ensuring Supply Chain is integrated into project planning and execution from early development through commissioning. Key Responsibilities: Procurement Planning and Cross-Category Coordination Serve as the Supply Chain lead on capital programs, ensuring procurement timelines, contracting strategies, and supplier engagement are integrated into program schedules and cost plans from early development through commissioning. Develop program-level procurement plans that define contracting approach, bid timelines, award milestones, and Supply Chain resource requirements. Coordinate across commodity Category Managers to align category-level sourcing activity with program delivery requirements, ensuring schedule, budget, and sequencing accountability are maintained. Maintain visibility across the active capital program portfolio to identify cross-program scheduling conflicts, supplier capacity constraints, and sequencing risks requiring escalation or coordination. Partner with Engineering, Project Management, and Finance during budget development to ensure cost estimates reflect current market conditions for construction services. Sourcing, Contracting, and Contract Management Develop contracting strategies for each program scope, including determination of appropriate contract structure (lump sum, unit rate, T&M, or hybrid) and competitive approach. Execute the full sourcing lifecycle for assigned categories including supplier prequalification, RFP and RFQ development, bid evaluation, commercial negotiation, and award documentation in compliance with Boardwalk's sourcing policy and delegation of authority. Draft, evaluate, and negotiate contract commercial structures in coordination with Legal, Insurance, Treasury, and Risk Management to ensure appropriate risk allocation and commercial terms. Ensure all contractual records, bid documentation, and contract correspondence are maintained in Boardwalk's contract management and ERP systems in accordance with records retention requirements. Manage post-award contract administration including contract handover, supplier performance monitoring, commercial assurance, and coordination of modifications and extensions. Contractor Relationship and Capacity Management Develop and maintain Boardwalk's contractor base including prequalification standards, safety performance thresholds, and capability assessments. Manage strategic contractor relationships to ensure Boardwalk maintains preferred customer status and access to top-tier construction capacity. Monitor construction market conditions including labor availability, contractor backlog, and regional demand dynamics; provide proactive intelligence to leadership. Negotiate and maintain Master Service Agreements with primary construction contractors to enable streamlined contracting and consistent commercial terms. Commercial and Supply Chain Governance Enforce Boardwalk's sourcing policy, competitive bid requirements, and delegation of authority on all capital program procurement activity. Maintain procurement documentation supporting cost reporting, regulatory filings, and post-program audit requirements. Identify and escalate non-compliant procurement practices, including unauthorized vendor engagement and non-competitive awards. Partner with Legal to ensure construction contracts and amendments comply with Boardwalk's commercial standards and applicable regulatory obligations. Risk Management Identify and manage commercial and schedule risks on capital program procurement including contractor capacity constraints, scope uncertainty, and cost escalation exposure. Monitor construction services market cost trends — including craft labor, subcontractor pricing, and equipment rates — to support contingency adequacy and change order benchmarking. Develop risk mitigation strategies appropriate to program scope, schedule, and contracting structure. Stakeholder Partnership Serve as the primary Supply Chain partner to Boardwalk's Project Development and Execution organization, interfacing with project leadership, Engineering, and Finance. Represent Supply Chain in program governance forums including kick-off meetings, design reviews, and executive updates. Present contracting strategies, contractor selection recommendations, and commercial risk assessments to VP Supply Chain and senior leadership. Performance Management and Reporting Track and report program-level procurement KPIs including cost savings relative to estimate, competitive bid compliance, award cycle time, and contractor safety performance. Conduct post-program procurement reviews to capture lessons learned and improve contracting strategy on future programs. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE: Experience Minimum 8 to 12 years of progressive procurement or category management experience with demonstrated focus on EPC and construction services contracting in the midstream, upstream, downstream, or pipeline infrastructure sector. Demonstrated experience managing construction services bid processes on major capital programs, including contract negotiation, performance management, and claims administration. Prior experience on pipeline construction, compressor station, or other regulated infrastructure programs strongly preferred Technical Knowledge Strong understanding of the capital program execution lifecycle — pre-FEED through commissioning — and how Supply Chain integrates at each phase. Familiarity with pipeline and facilities construction methods Working knowledge of construction contract structures including lump sum, unit rate, and T&M, and appropriate application to pipeline and facility scopes. Understanding of applicable regulatory procurement documentation requirements for FERC-certificated infrastructure programs. Core Capabilities Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent capital program procurement processes in a schedule-driven, cross-functional environment. Strong commercial acumen encompassing construction contract structures, risk allocation, liquidated damages, change order management, and claims assessment. Organizational discipline to manage complex bid processes, multi-stakeholder approval workflows, and documentation requirements across active programs. Effective commercial advisor within a project team environment, credible with engineers, project managers, and construction professionals. Strong communication and influencing skills; capable of escalating commercial risks and presenting recommendations to senior leadership. PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE: Preferred Qualifications Professional certification in project management or supply chain (PMP, CPSM, or equivalent). Experience with Oracle EBS, SAP, or Primavera in a capital program procurement environment. Interstate natural gas pipeline, midstream, or FERC-regulated infrastructure experience. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring. 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, or disability status.