CP Specialist Gulf of Mexico Projects

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Texas, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Contracting and Procurement

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

November 10, 2022

Business unit:

Projects and Technology

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What’s the role?

This posting is for a Contracting and Procurement (CP) Specialist supporting Shell’s Deepwater Gulf of Mexico Brownfield Projects, which is a portfolio of capital projects spanning all phases of the capital development process. The CP Specialist is responsible for managing the execution of the complete Category Management & Contracting Process which includes aligning with business drivers, assessing demand and supply, external market analysis, contract strategy/tactics development, sourcing/award of contracts, and post-award contract management activities. Additionally, the CP Specialist will be manage Supplier Performance throughout the duration of contract execution. The candidate should be capable of maintaining excellent, proactive stakeholder communications, be completely integrated into the working teams, and be able to quickly adapt to change as part of delivering capital projects in a dynamic external environment. The candidate is required to manage multiple competing priorities across a portfolio of projects and develop high quality deliverables that accurately and effectively support the needs of the business and project teams to deliver competitive and affordable capital projects.

Key Accountabilities:

Develop commercially competitive Sourcing Strategies and Tactics that meet the business value drivers; while taking into account external market capability and potential implementation of Global Strategies at the local/regional level.

Acts competently as internal Subject Matter Expert for commercial and CP delivery of Deepwater Projects.

Demonstrate end-to-end capital project delivery competence, using commercial judgement, common sense and a simplification mindset.

Identify, develop, & implement Supply Chain value creation opportunities, leveraging specific focus on external markets and standardization across entire value chain.

Conduct tenders, evaluate bids, & drive negotiations with third parties in accordance with Shell’s internal work process and Code of Conduct.

Lead Post Award Contract Management, contractor performance management, all assurance activities and protect intended value after contract signature

Effectively manage contract claims and variations to achieve the best commercial outcome for the project team.

Ensure the contract strategies and Contract Management support Goal Zero Safety targets, and alignment to Shell’s personal and process safety Goal Zero focus areas.

Proactively identify & understand commercial/contractual/procurement needs from internal stakeholders and collaboratively propose competitive solutions. This may involve constructively challenging the business demand and/or CP practices to drive value and efficiency for the organization.

Brings external market/supplier views and benchmarks into conversation and provide commercial challenge and guidance into projects.

Develop and manage external partner and supplier relationships effectively and collaboratively drive continuous performance improvement.

Ensure strong integration across the wider Shell organization.

Provides support and guidance to CP and Project team members to ensure delivery of high-quality results.

Working knowledge of ERP system (SAP)

What we need from you?

A legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or other relevant fields

At least three (3) years of experience in Supply Chain, gained through capital projects, operations, or excellence roles in Contracting & Procurement/Supply Chain Management.

Experience in influencing key stakeholders on driving change in business practice for better end-to-end supply chain outcomes.

Basic understanding of capital projects and/or how an operating unit delivers value and therefore the impact of decisions made in design phases, preferable.

Experience with Global SAP materials management module and plant maintenance modules, preferable.

Company Description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in among other exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of oil products, chemicals, electric power, renewables and energy solutions.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to join Shell Mobility. Everyone in the organization is focused on winning today and shaping tomorrow. Mobility is a critical contributor to Shell’s earnings, extracting maximum value, while working with our partners and investing in the future of energy solutions.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future, while delivering value today.

An inclusive place to work

To power the Mobility strategy, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment on the Mobility team…

We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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