Contract Administrator

Kinder Morgan • Houston, TX

18d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Contract Administrator applies knowledge of contracting functions, procurement strategies, and supply chain practices to review service requisitions and identify the best opportunities for Kinder Morgan in cost, quality, and timely completion. The position generates requests for proposals, issues contracts for service procurement, and negotiates agreements for services supporting operations and major projects.

The role evaluates vendors and proposals, advises on procurement strategy, negotiates service terms and pricing, and helps ensure continuity of supply. It also supports internal and external customers, maintains positive working relationships, and ensures agreements and purchases comply with company policies and applicable laws. The position is based at Kinder Morgan’s Houston Headquarters, with a Hybrid-Remote Pilot Program available. Travel may be required, and the role may involve responding to work matters outside working hours or working non-traditional hours as needed. The position may be filled at different levels depending on the successful candidate’s experience and skills.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of purchasing or procurement experience with a bachelor’s degree, or at least 10 years of purchasing or procurement experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• A valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Familiarity with industry-related commodities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with internal customers and vendors.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a team and take direction from management or senior-level peers.
• Strong written and oral communication and organizational skills.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety and the safety of company assets, employees, and the general public.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SharePoint, contract management, and ERP systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Legal experience.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM).

Responsibilities

• Apply procurement strategies and advise on strategic direction to maximize value in support of business objectives.
• Apply supply chain techniques to maximize business value and ensure best practices are implemented.
• Understand standard terms and conditions in service agreements and how they protect the company from risks and liabilities, with minimal supervision.
• Negotiate agreement terms and conditions and strategic pricing for services, with minimal supervision.
• Ensure continuity of supply by applying business requirements in accordance with Procurement policies and procedures.
• Apply knowledge of vendor capabilities when developing bid lists and bid packages for service purchases, with minimal supervision.
• Evaluate vendor proposals for cost, quality, and schedule, with minimal supervision.
• Provide procurement customers with vendor-selection recommendations based on proposal evaluations and comparative analyses.
• Assist internal and external customers in meeting cost, quality, and schedule objectives while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Ensure agreements and purchases comply with company policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Follow Kinder Morgan’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time