Venture Global LNG

Lead sourcing and procurement strategies for operations and maintenance support categories to maximize value and ensure project schedule and budget adherence. | Requires 10+ years in procurement or sourcing with expertise in direct material categories, strong negotiation skills, and ability to manage complex contracts and vendor relationships. | 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. We Are Seeking Qualified Applicants For The Position Category Manager - Operations and Maintenance Support Located Houston Summary The Category Manager – Operations & Maintenance Support will partner with internal stakeholders in the Venture Global Projects, Operations and Pipeline teams to ensure the needs for catalysts, chemicals and refrigerants; rental equipment; and repairs are addressed. In this senior individual contributor role, the Category Manager will lead and set the sourcing and procurement strategies for a specific category of Company purchases. The Category Manager will generate requests for proposals, lead bid events, negotiate and execute strategic Frame Agreements and/or transactions agreements as needed to support project schedules and budgets. This position requires strong expert knowledge in catalysts, chemicals and refrigerants, rentals, and repairs; the procurement function; and familiarity with advanced contracting concepts, practices and procurement strategies. The Category Manager 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. General Description Duties & Responsibilities • Lead the development of procurement strategies for operations and maintenance materials, repairs and rentals and advising on strategic direction to maximize value in support of business objectives. • Apply advanced 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. • Lead vendor pre-qualification activities, generate requests for proposal, develop and execute Frame Agreements, issue Purchase Orders or author Complex Purchasing Contracts for the purchase of direct materials. • Facilitate pre-bid conferences, receive and analyze vendor responses, tabulate and evaluate offers, and recommend awards aligned with business needs. • Able to negotiate advanced materials terms and conditions, scopes of work, and pricing in agreements to protect the company from risks and liabilities. • Draft, review, approve and negotiate a variety of contracts, contract amendments and contract extensions with the support of Contract Administration, Risk Management 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. • Coach and mentor others within the Supply Chain team sharing experiences and knowledge across disciplines. • Perform other duties assigned. Qualifications Required experience • 10+ years or more in a similar procurement, sourcing or supply chain role involving services or construction projects with complex civil, structural and mechanical scopes. • Expertise in a specific category of direct material purchases such as Electrical, Mechanical, Rotating, Rental or Fabricated Equipment. • Excellent knowledge and proficiency in 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. Required Education • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or another related field. Licensing & Certifications • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) desired. 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.

Manage financial aspects of supply chain operations and strategic sourcing activities to support low-cost, reliable, and safe operations. | Bachelor's degree in finance or related field, 5+ years finance experience preferably with supply chain exposure, strong analytical and communication skills, and ability to work cross-functionally. | 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. We Are Seeking Qualified Applicants For The Position Senior Manager, Supply Chain Finance Located Houston Summary We are seeking a Senior Manager, Supply Chain Finance who will be responsible to manage financial aspects of supply chain operations and strategic sourcing activities supporting Venture Global in achieving its goals of low-cost, reliable and safe operations. This role requires strong quantitative and analytical skills. The successful candidate will be eager to learn, demonstrate curiosity and high attention to detail, have passion to work on a fast-paced environment and be adaptable to a rapidly changing environment. Responsibilities • Develop and implement Strategic Sourcing, Procurement and Contracting KPIs • Establish and implement a methodology for tracking Procurement-led savings; validate savings and associated P&L and cash impacts • Perform spend analysis by commodity and identify risks and opportunities for VG’s supply chain • Conduct financial due diligence on critical suppliers; support supplier onboarding and performance by reviewing credit worthiness to ensure health of supplier base • Support contract negotiations focusing on payment terms, milestone payments, escalation calculations, volume rebates and performance-based incentives • Develop analytics to ensure compliance and effectiveness of controls within the procure-to-pay process (e.g. requisitions, POs, invoicing) • Maintain purchase price variance reporting and ensure these variances are highlighted to the procurement team for action or mitigation • Prepare financial reports and analysis of key supply chain and procurement performance indicators to provide insights and support decision-making • Support the forecasting of purchasing volumes in conjunction with Demand Planning and partner with procurement to develop pricing agreements with key suppliers • Identify and implement vendor-managed inventory opportunities to optimize materials management process and improve working capital • Support Rent vs Buy and Make vs Buy analysis; prepare new business cases supporting key strategic commercial deals • Support creation of procedures for VG Finance, Procurement and Materials Management • Develop mitigation strategies for financial risks associated with VG’s supply chain • Coach and mentor junior team members • Assist in developing and maintaining systems and analytical tools where required; drive automation where possible to improve efficiency on reporting • Support ad hoc requests from Supply Chain and Finance Teams Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related field; MBA/Master of Finance is a plus • 5+ years of professional experience in Finance, preferably with exposure to operations and supply chain • Understanding of key financial concepts and the financial impact of operational decisions • Curiosity and ability to think creatively with high standards of accuracy and precision • Strong knowledge and understanding of MS Office (mainly Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI) and SAP; ability to quickly extract relevant data and convert into simplified analysis and communication is critical • Highly analytical with demonstrated experience in critical thinking and analytical problem-solving • Ability to collaborate with others and work cross-functionally • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to simplify complex projects and concisely convey key insights • Passion for being a part of a dynamic team environment with rapidly changing assignments and priorities • Initiative and ownership of work with strong attention to detail • Ability to accurately prepare professional daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports • Flexibility to travel occasionally (~1x/month) Preferred Qualifications • Experience in the LNG/Oil & Gas industries preferred • Experience with SAP preferred 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.

Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies for services and construction contracts to support project schedules and budgets. | Requires 3+ years in procurement or sourcing for services/construction, strong contracting knowledge, excellent communication, and a bachelor's degree. | 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. We Are Seeking Qualified Applicants For The Position Specialist, Sourcing and Contracts - Services/Construction Located Houston Summary 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. General Description Duties & Responsibilities • 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 Required experience • 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. Preferred Experience • Legal experience desired. • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) desired. Required Education • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or another related field. 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.

Lead sourcing and contracts team to develop procurement strategies, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance to support LNG operations. | Over 10 years supply chain experience with contracting in oil and gas, strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation skills, supplier relationship management, and relevant education. | 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. We Are Seeking Qualified Applicants For The Position Manager, Sourcing & Contracts Located Houston Summary We are seeking an experienced leader to join us as a Manager, Sourcing & Contracts within the Procurement function in Houston. This person is responsible and accountable for the sourcing of third-party goods and services for Venture Global LNG Operations. General Description Duties & Responsibilities • Manage and continuously develop a team of Sourcing Specialists who are responsible for supporting the day-to-day procurement of specific departmental categories. • Participate in rigorous and critical contract negotiations with key internal stakeholders including, Legal, Finance and Projects. • Develop and execute multi-asset procurement strategies that support key business objectives, including strategic sourcing and cost savings. • Facilitate regular touch points with stakeholders to ensure annual sourcing and contracting plan is maintained. • Implement best practices in procurement and contracting to support commercial and operational objectives. • Ensure the execution of standards, controls, policies, procedures and performance metrics to effectively and efficiently manage the acquisition and reporting of third-party spend across assets. • Drive compliance in all procurement activities by ensuring Company policies and procedures are followed. • Conduct review meetings with key stakeholders to assess risk, review future strategies, and identify potential cost out and improvement opportunities. • Identify areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business results. • Maintain strong working relationships with strategic suppliers to assure cost, quality, and delivery targets are met. • Update procurement strategies based on changing market conditions and dynamic business needs. Qualifications Required experience • Minimum of ten years supply chain experience, including contracting, in the oil and gas industry; Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities highly preferred. • Ability to build relationships and engage with stakeholders across the organization. • Understanding of key contractual terms and ability to facilitate discussion with stakeholders accordingly. • Demonstrated ability to access risk appropriately and negotiate commercial terms with suppliers with limited Legal support. • Demonstrated ability to build and manage supplier relationships and long-term partnerships. • Strong knowledge of maintenance practices and operations processes. • Ability to effectively lead, delegate and motivate. • Able to effectively communicate across various disciplines and with contract counterparties. • Excellent writing skills, including drafting of simple legal documents with accuracy. • Ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines. • Attention to detail and ability to manage commercially sensitive and confidential information. • Ability to work independently as well as with team members and take direction in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. • A strong working relationship and collaborative partner in the interactions of maintenance activities and performance in conjunction with reliable sustained operation. • Experience with SAP and Coupa required. Required Education • Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, engineering or related discipline; MBA or Juris Doctor desired. 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.

Lead contract negotiation and administration for complex LNG equipment and services agreements. | 10+ years managing and negotiating complex contracts in LNG or related heavy industries with leadership experience. | 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. We are seeking a Contracts Administration Manager with experience and knowledge in contract formation, management, and execution of large and complex equipment and services agreements in the LNG industry. The Contracts Administration Manager will lead the negotiation of terms and conditions with major Original Equipment Manufacturers and Contractors, lead the contract management function for the assigned business unit, oversee the administration of variation management, claims, reporting, acceptance and closeout processes for assigned complex contracts associated with the Owner Furnished Equipment (OFE) contracts for the Company’s LNG projects. The Contracts Administration Manager will participate in a multi-disciplinary team that provides contracts lifecycle support. The Contracts Administration Manager will report to OFE Contracts Leader and support the OFE Project Teams as necessary. This position will be located in Houston, TX. Key Responsibilities: • Draf, redline, and negotiate complex agreements with strategic sellers and contractors, in coordination with the OFE team and assigned Company’s legal counsel. • Manage the contract administration function on assigned business units. • Lead and mentor a team of contract administration professionals. • Collaborate with Venture Global’s team of Subject Matter Experts to define strategies related to contracting, risk management, controls, and taxes, for all assigned new OFE agreements. • Oversee collaboration with the OFE projects team to evaluate, negotiate and administer change orders, task orders, and amendments. • Oversee the administration of new change order requests, including scope, price and schedule definition, contractual amendments drafting, internal reviews and approvals, Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform entries, and execution, ensuring adherence to Venture Global’s Guidelines and Procedures. • Support the OFE Project Team in defining strategies for claims related to defects, serial defects, warranty, and acceptance, amongst others. • Draft strategic official project notifications or official response notices in coordination with technical and commercial experts, legal, and senior Management. • Ensure compliance with requirements for contractual documents and requisitions upload to the CLM platform and approvals per Company’s DOA, as required, in coordination with the Sourcing and Procurement department. • Advise the OFE Project Team on contractual questions by performing contract analyses and internal checklists. • Coordinate projects acceptance and close out in accordance with contractual requirements, in coordination with project controls, legal, and OFE Project team. • Maintain contract documentation repositories. • Track and update all activities and progress on assigned agreements in Company’s designated logs. • Attend management internal and external meetings, as required. • Attend project kick off meetings, project progress internal and external review meetings, costs review meetings, and quality reviews, as necessary. • Support other contract administration tasks assigned by the OFE Contracts leader. Job Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Business or related field. • Master’s degree. • Minimum 10 years of professional experience with contract / subcontracts management and negotiation in the LNG, power, oil and gas, industrial, or construction industries. • Demonstrated experience and ability to lead contractual negotiations of complex agreements. • Experience managing and mentoring contract management teams. • Able to effectively communicate across various disciplines and with external counterparties. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to spot issues and risks and escalate when appropriate. • Excellent writing skills, including drafting of contractual documents. • Ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines. • Attention to detail and ability to manage commercially sensitive and confidential information. • Ability to work independently as well as with team members and take direction in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. 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.

Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies for services and construction labor, negotiate contracts, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements. | Bachelor's degree, 3+ years procurement/sourcing experience in services or construction projects, knowledge of contracting and procurement processes, strong communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency with MS Office, SAP, Coupa preferred, willingness to work onsite and travel, CPSM certification desired. | 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 & 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 & 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 & 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, Mon – Friday (some overtime may be required) Work Location: Houston, TX and/or Arlington, VA 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 #LI-Onsite

Lead procurement strategies, manage sourcing and contracting for direct materials, negotiate agreements, and support project schedules and budgets while mentoring supply chain team members. | Bachelor's degree, 7-10+ years procurement experience in complex projects, strong sourcing and contracting skills, proficiency with MS Office, SAP, Coupa preferred, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to work onsite with some travel. | 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 Procurement Lead – Direct Materials will partner with internal stakeholders in the Venture Global Projects, Operations and Pipeline teams to ensure the needs for direct material, rental equipment and fabricated equipment are addressed. In this individual contributor role, the Procurement Lead will be the lead to organize sourcing and procurement strategies, generate requests for proposals, lead or facilitate bid events, negotiate and initiate agreements as needed to support project schedules and budgets. This position requires expert knowledge of the procurement function, familiarity with advanced contracting concepts, practices and procurement strategies. The Procurement Lead 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: • Lead the development of procurement strategies and advising on strategic direction to maximize value in support of business objectives. • Apply advanced 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. • Lead vendor pre-qualification activities, generate requests for proposal, develop and issue Purchase Orders or author Complex Purchasing Contracts for the purchase of direct materials. • Facilitate pre-bid conferences, receive and analyze vendor responses, tabulate and evaluate offers, and recommend awards aligned with business needs. • Able to negotiate materials terms and conditions, scopes of work, and pricing in agreements to protect the company from risks and liabilities. • Draft, review, approve and negotiate a variety of contracts, contract amendments and contract extensions with the support of Contract Administration, Risk Management 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. • Coach and mentor others within the Supply Chain team sharing experiences and knowledge across disciplines. • Perform other duties assigned. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or another related field. • 7 to 10 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 and proficiency in 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. • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) desired. Work Hours: 9AM – 5PM, Mon – Friday (some overtime may be required) Work Location: Houston, TX and/or Arlington, VA 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 #LI-Onsite