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Sweeny Refinery - Contract Specialist

GTT

Old Ocean, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Ariba, Banking Services, Bid Analysis, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Candidate Sourcing, Communication Skills, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cross-Functional, Dental Insurance, Financial Services, Fortune 500 Customers, GEP (Good Engineering Practices), Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Procurement Strategy, Production Support, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Retail, Retirement Funds, SAP, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing, Vision Plan, eSourcing
LOCATION
Old Ocean, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Primary Job Title:
Contract Specialist
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
  • Procurement Specialist
  • Sourcing Specialist
  • Procurement Advisor
  • Supply Chain Specialist
  • Contracts Administrator
Location:
Old Ocean, TX
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details (Contract roles only):
  • Position Type: Contract
  • Contract Duration: 6 months
  • Start: As Soon As Possible
  • Pay Rate: $40 - $46/hr
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated Contract Specialist (Procurement Advisor) to support procurement operations at the Sweeny Refinery. This role serves as a key partner to internal stakeholders, driving sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring contract compliance in a fast-paced environment.
This position supports refinery operations and requires strong cross-functional collaboration to deliver strategic value through procurement excellence and supplier management. Candidates must be local to Sweeny, TX as per diem is not applicable.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Partner with refinery stakeholders to support day-to-day procurement activities, including services sourcing and supplier management
  • Lead and support sourcing events including bid development, evaluation, and supplier selection
  • Manage assigned contracts including negotiating terms, renewals, and amendments
  • Serve as liaison between site stakeholders and central procurement teams to ensure alignment
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and governance standards
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings, improved supplier performance, and risk mitigation
Required Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in procurement or sourcing
  • Experience supporting contract negotiations and supplier management
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Experience with procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, GEP, or similar
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Strong influencing skills
Nice-to-Have Experience:
  • Experience in refinery, oil & gas, or heavy industrial environments
  • Familiarity with services-based procurement
  • Experience managing contractors and vendors
  • Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive results
Required Skills:
  • Procurement and sourcing
  • Contract negotiation
  • Stakeholder management
Preferred Skills:
  • SAP / Ariba / GEP systems
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Cost analysis and savings identification
  • Industrial procurement knowledge
Additional Skills from Original Description:
  • Ability to work in fast-paced operational environments
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Compliance and governance adherence
  • Cross-functional collaboration
Benefits:
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
  • 401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Sweeny Refinery is a key operational site supporting energy production and refining processes. The organization focuses on operational excellence, safety, and efficiency while delivering reliable energy solutions.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number:
26-02656
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