Project Field Buyer - job 1 of 2

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s two Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

We are seeking an experienced procurement professional to join us at our Cameron, LA project location as a Field Buyer.  This individual will purchase goods and services specifically for the onsite construction project.  This position is located at the Project site and will partner with the internal site construction Project Management, Engineering, Commissioning and Completions teams to ensure Project equipment, materials, consumables and minor subcontracting needs are fulfilled to support the Project schedule and budget.  This individual will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Evaluate needs, negotiate with local vendors, and ensure timely delivery of materials while adhering to project specifications and budget constraints
• Frequently interact with Project Management to identify and fulfill immediate requirements
• Participate in daily site planning meetings to collect procurement requests and regularly assess material needs based on project progress and construction schedules
• Develop and distribute requests for quotes, collect proposals, prepare and issue Purchase Orders, in line with the corporate Procurement Policy and Procedures
• Use knowledge of sources and suppliers across the industry to find approved alternative sources to fulfill Project material aligned with project requirements, including quality, delivery timeframes, and pricing
• Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials to the project site
• Provide regular updates on procurement activities, including requests out for quote, purchase orders issued, and other suppliers contacts made
• Support the execution of Supplier Performance Management program execution
• Maintain material purchase requests, supplier proposals, purchasing records, supplier feedback documentation as required per policy
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Qualifications:
• Associate degree or equivalent in business, supply chain, sourcing or related field
• Knowledge of local suppliers and market dynamics to find the best sourcing options
• Willingness to work on an active construction site
• Experience with a computerized procurement system (SAP, Coupa, MS Office)
• Self-starter with ability to work strategically under little direction
• Ability to build relationships and in engage with stakeholders across the organization
• Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, sourcing practices, and construction processes
• Ability to establish relationships with third party suppliers to facilitate material procurement
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in purchase orders, specifications, and quality checks
• Effective communication skills with suppliers, project managers, and field personnel
• Ability to handle unexpected issues and find solutions on-site
• Perform other duties assigned

Work Hours:  6AM – 4PM, Mon – Friday (overtime will be required)

Work Location:  Cameron, LA

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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