Purchasing Agent-IT Contract specialist
Listed on 2026-02-28
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IT/Tech
Business Development, IT Consultant
Overview
Leading Oil & Gas Company / Competitive Pay + Top-Notch Medical Benefits
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Salary: $80,000 - $125,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a recognized leader in the refining industry. We own and operate three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.;
Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants.
- Options are department and/or location specific
- 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
- Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
- Paid Vacation Time
- Company-Paid Holidays
- Caregiver Leave
- Excellent 401(k) Match
- Pension Plan
- Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
- Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
- Healthy Rewards Program
- Service Awards Program
- Educational Assistance Plan
- Dependent Children Scholarships
- Reimbursement for Gym Membership
- Employee Discount Programs
- On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
- On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
- On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
- On-site Fitness Center (select locations)
Job Summary
Provide specialized IT procurement support for all assigned locations in accordance with Company policies, procedures and goals. Responsible for the creation and maintenance of contracts (purchase orders & outline agreements). Utilize best-in-class strategic sourcing tools and techniques to identify, qualify, solicit, select and negotiate with vendors to obtain materials and services from vendors at the best value.
Leverage best-in-class strategic sourcing methods to identify and qualify IT vendors, evaluate technical and commercial proposals, negotiate pricing and terms, and ensure compliance with IT security, data privacy, and legal standards. Maintain positive vendor relationships, support the onboarding of new IT suppliers, and ensure contracts deliver optimal value, performance, and risk mitigation for the company.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree; three years of job related experience
- Three years of job related experience or Six years in lieu of degree
- Negotiating Skills;
- Insurance/Indemnification Knowledge Preferred;
- Multi-Tasking Skills;
- Legal Terms & Conditions Knowledge Preferred;
- Proficient Computer
Skills:
SAP (or similar ERP), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; and - Communication Skills
- Preferred: GEP SMART or similar e-Procurement solution experience and Power BI
A. Establish and maintain secure sources for required materials and services.
B. Coordinate with Customers to jointly evaluate performance of existing suppliers and contractors and determine any need for alternates.
C. Negotiate, execute and administer IT contracts , software licenses, SaaS agreements, and master service agreements.
D. Coordinate as necessary activities of involved parties (Customers, vendors, contractors, Legal, Risk Management, Accounts Payable, etc.) to ensure proper development and performance of all contracts.
E. Supports the maintenance of current vendor lists capable of supplying assigned commodities and services.
Possess an understanding of market conditions and perform an in-depth value and…
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