This position will be a member of the NOV Corporate Procurement Team based in Houston, Texas. The Procurement Category Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategic sourcing initiatives across the organization. The position shall work closely with NOV site personnel as well as manufacturers and distributors to bring value to the organization. The successful candidate will possess an understanding of supply chain fundamentals, a strong work ethic and be a self-starter with the ability to bring complex projects to conclusion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies for assigned category(s) with initial focus on Security and Temp Labor
- Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify cost-savings opportunities
- Prepare and execute RFQ’s and RFP’s
- Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships (including but not limit to; Negotiation of pricing, discount structures and commercial terms.)
- Analyze spending patterns and develop strategic sourcing plans
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs
- Track and report on key procurement performance metrics
- Perform other work-related task as assigned
- Comply with all NOV policies and procedures
Key Skill Set:
- Self-Driven and Results-Oriented
- Ability to review and comprehend contracts
- Critical and strategic thinking
- Ability to Identify both Opportunities and Risk
- Superior Communication Skills
- Consensus Builder, Team Builder and Collaborator
Qualifications:
- Four Year Bachelor’s Degree
- 10+ years experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or a Senior Buyer role
- Prior procurement experience in the Security and / or Temp Labor markets
NOV is an equal opportunity employer. This job description is subject to change without notice. This description is intended to explain the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an entire list of all activities, tasks, and skills required, for people in this position.
Skills Required
- Four year Bachelor's degree
- 10+ years experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Senior Buyer role
- Prior procurement experience in Security and/or Temp Labor markets
- Ability to review and comprehend contracts
- Self-driven and results-oriented
- Critical and strategic thinking
- Ability to identify opportunities and risk
- Superior communication skills
- Consensus builder, team builder and collaborator
What We Do
NOV delivers technology-driven solutions to empower the global energy industry. For more than 150 years, NOV has pioneered innovations that enable its customers to safely produce abundant energy while minimizing environmental impact. The energy industry depends on NOV’s deep expertise and technology to continually improve oilfield operations and assist in efforts to advance the energy transition towards a more sustainable future. NOV powers the industry that powers the world.
