NSB Omega is searching for a Supply Chain Contract Manager - Heavy Lift Vessel for our MAJOR Oil & Gas Client in Houston, TX. 

Assignment Description

Deliverables:

• Contract Risk Assessment & Mitigation Register – Identification and tracking of key contract risks
• Negotiation strategy & facilitation of negotiations – Strategy report and record of negotiation facilitation
• Regular status updates (weekly or bi-weekly) – Reports to stakeholders on progress and key milestones
• Finalized contracts with selected Heavy Lift Vessel (HLV) supplier – Binding agreements with negotiated terms
• Comprehensive documentation of the negotiation process – Record of the entire negotiation process for audit and reference
• Contract overview summary – Executive summary of finalized contract terms, risks and obligations

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate direct negotiations with selected HLV providers ensuring strategic and commercial advantages.
• Review and provide expert recommendations on contract terms and conditions to protect the client's financial and operational interests.
• Manage agreement post award through project execution

• Responsible for preparing detailed status reports on negotiation progress, maintaining comprehensive records of proceedings, summarizing contracts, and developing a Contract Risk Mitigation Register. 
• Proactively ensure high quality stakeholder management both internally and towards suppliers. 
• Ensure compliance with legal safety and environmental regulations in all aspects of the supply chain and project execution not limited to Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE)

Requirements

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant subject matter, ideally projects supply chain or procurement related 
• Offshore Decommissioning/Gulf of Mexico experience preferred, specialization in HLV category required and ideally from international oil and gas producers e.g. Shell, BP Exxon Mobil or global service providers e.g Bechtel, Subsea7 
• 10+ years’ experience with Offshore Oil and Gas EPC/M contract management 

• Subject matter expert in contract management and supplier performance management, specific expertise in maritime or heavy lift vessel industry strongly desired.
• Deep understanding of contract law, risk mitigation strategies, and industry regulations governing large-scale marine logistics.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills to engage with stakeholders and vendors.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate as a team, and manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Experience managing contracts in schedule-driven, high-value projects is highly desirable.

Duration
1 Year(With Possibility of Extension)

Location
Houston, TX