Kinder Morgan is moving the fuels of today for the energy of the future. From the natural gas that heats your home to the gasoline that fuels your vehicle, our pipeline and terminal assets provide the necessary infrastructure to meet today's growing global energy demand and play a key role in the low-carbon energy transition of the future. The Kinder Morgan centralized procurement department is organized to support the growing demands of our business. As an industry leader in ESG, we make it a priority to maintain a diverse supplier portfolio. In addition, we offer a hybrid work environment for employees including a 9/80 schedule. We are determined to find dedicated, self-driven candidates that embrace our core values of integrity, accountability, safety, and excellence. The team is focused on ensuring business needs are met while also providing employees with necessary flexibility to maintain work-life balance. If you are interested in a new challenge, please consider applying and help us deliver energy to improve lives and create a better world. The Contract Administrator position requires an in-depth knowledge of basic contracting functions. The Contract Administrator must be able to apply this knowledge when reviewing requisitions for services to find the best opportunity for Kinder Morgan with respect to cost, quality and on time completion. The job duties and responsibilities for the Contract Administrator include generating requests for proposals, issuing contracts for the procurement of services, and negotiating agreements for services performed for Kinder Morgan's operations and major projects. The Contract Administrator must be familiar with all basic contracting concepts and practices and procurement strategies. In addition, but not necessarily limited to, the Contract Administrator will be responsible for the following:
Applying procurement strategies and advising on strategic direction in order to maximize value in support of business objectives
Applying supply chain techniques to maximize value to the business and ensure best practices are being implemented
Understanding standard terms and conditions in service agreements and how they protect the company from risks and liabilities with minimal supervision
Negotiating agreement terms and conditions and strategic pricing for services with minimal supervision
Ensuring continuity of supply through applying business requirements in accordance with Procurement's policies and procedures
Applying knowledge of vendor capabilities while developing bid lists and bid packages for the purchase of services with minimal supervision
Evaluating vendor proposals to ensure cost, quality, and schedule with minimal supervision
Providing procurement customer recommendations of vendor selections obtained through the evaluation of vendor proposals and other comparative analysis
Assisting internal and external customers with meeting objectives of cost, quality, and schedule while maintaining positive working relationships
Ensuring all agreements and purchases are in compliance with all company policies and procedures and with all federal, state and local laws and regulations
Following Kinder Morgan Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
Job level will commensurate with experience
Position Requirements
Bachelor degree in Business, Engineering, Accounting, Supply Chain Management or other related discipline is preferred
Legal experience a plus
Minimum 3 years of experience in a purchasing/procurement environment is required
Minimum 10 years of experience in a purchasing/procurement environment required in lieu of a Bachelor degree
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers is required
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) - Preferred.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
Familiar with industry related commodities
Strong interpersonal skills and capable of building strong relationships with internal customers, as well as vendors
Strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills
Able to work in a team and take direction from management or senior level peers
Strong communication (written and oral) and organization skills
Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets and employees and the general public
Proficient in Microsoft applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Experience with SharePoint, Contract Management and ERP systems
Travel may be required across a broad geographic region, as determined by hiring manager
May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed
May be required to carry a cell phone and respond as needed during working and non-working hours
Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of successful candidate.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Based in Houston Headquarters with a Hybrid-Remote Pilot Program available along with a 9/80 Work Schedule.
Travel may be required across a broad geographic region, as determined by Hiring Manager.
Job level and salary commensurate with experience and skill sets.
May be required to carry a company-provided cell phone and respond as needed during working and non-working hours.
May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed.
KINDER MORGAN OFFERS:
Competitive wages; job level and salary commensurate with experience and skill sets
401(k) Savings Plans
Retirement Plan
Comprehensive Medical/Rx and Dental Plans
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Bonus Program
Paid Bus Pass or Parking
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
