DescriptionJob SummaryThe Procurement Specialist II is responsible for leading procurement activities related to materials, equipment, and services to support our Barnett Upstream/Midstream business units. This role ensures cost-effective and timely sourcing while maintaining compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and internal policies. This role requires experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management, and procurement systems. Demonstrates integrity, accountability and transparency; upholds BKV standards, values and culture.
Responsibilities- Lead the end-to-end procurement process for critical OPEX and CAPEX spend, including engineering services, construction services, field services, facility support, project materials, and facility equipment.
- Experience with water hauling, rental compression and production chemicals is a plus.
- Develop and issue RFPs, RFQs, bid packages, purchase orders, work orders, change orders, and related procurement documents in coordination with Operations, Engineering, Legal, HSE, AP, Finance, and other stakeholders.
- Establish, develop, and manage strategic supplier relationships.
- Negotiate terms, pricing, delivery schedules, and performance expectations.
- Conduct supplier audits and monitor vendor performance using KPIs and scorecards.
- Collaborate with legal, HSE, and technical teams to ensure risk mitigation and contract integrity.
- Maintain detailed records of supplier contracts, pricing, and performance.
- Analyze total cost of ownership (TCO) and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Monitor market trends and price fluctuations in steel, gas equipment, and services.
- Contribute to annual budget planning and cost forecast activities.
- Support project teams in planning and executing procurement for capital and operational projects.
- Support procurement activities in accordance with company policy, including competitive bidding, supplier coordination, contract documentation, price book support, and procurement records management.
- Track purchase order status, supplier deliverables, milestone payments, and invoice support to help ensure procurement activities stay aligned with project schedules and commercial requirements.
- Ensure timely delivery of goods and services to avoid production delays.
- Resolve issues related to invoices, delivery discrepancies, or contract disputes.
- Stand up and utilize ERP and procurement systems, such as SAP, to manage POs, track spend, and report KPIs.
Required Skills- Negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Strong knowledge of procurement best practices and regulatory compliance.
- Proficient in procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, OpenInvoice) is a plus.
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to cost, quality, and risk.
- Effective communicator, capable of cross-functional collaboration.
- Ability to effectively manage vendors and contract negotiations.
- Sound commercial judgment with the ability to evaluate supplier proposals, pricing, schedule impacts, and business needs.
- Strong understanding of procurement workflows from sourcing and award through contracting, execution, fulfillment, delivery, and closeout.
- Ability to manage multiple procurement workflows, project priorities, and stakeholder requests in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with various internal teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated attention to detail, organization, and prioritization skills.
- Demonstrated cognitive and problem-solving skills.
- Growth mindset with a demonstrated ability to innovate, embrace change and have grit.
Education & ExperienceRequired
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; requisite experience may be considered in lieu of formal degree.
- 5+ years of procurement experience in the Oil & Gas or Energy industry is preferred, including experience supporting OPEX and CAPEX procurement for capital projects, facility support, construction services, field services, and project materials.
Physical Demands and Working ConditionsLocation
- This position is based out of the BKV Office in Fort Worth, TX. Hybrid or remote work may be considered.
- Some travel (up to 10%) may be required.
Working Conditions
- Primarily office-based with standard business hours; extended hours may be required depending on business needs. May occasionally be exposed to distracting noise while sharing office space with others.
Physical Demands
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
- Ability to operate a computer, telephone, and other office equipment.
- Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Compensation & Benefits- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
- Performance-based bonus eligibility.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Retirement savings plan with 6% employer match.
- Paid time off and 12 company holidays per year.
- Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.
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