Sr Supply Chain Analyst

Murphy Oil•Houston, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Murphy Oil Corporation is seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented Sr Supply Chain Analyst with operations procurement expertise. Reporting to the SCM Manager, this position executes the Exploration and Subsurface Procurement Plan, contributes to cost savings through negotiation strategies, and helps ensure compliance with contractual obligations. The role acquires materials, equipment, and services for day-to-day Exploration, Subsurface, Asset Integrity, and HSE activities. It works closely with field personnel, management across business units, Supply Chain, and operations-based suppliers to deliver value and meet organizational goals. The position is based in Murphy’s Houston Corporate office, with the option to work remotely two days per week. The successful candidate must follow applicable safety precautions and complete the essential physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work is performed almost entirely in a controlled indoor environment and typically does not involve hazardous or extreme elements; some positions may require regularly moving or transporting items weighing up to 25 pounds around the office.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 10 years of experience in operations procurement or contracting support.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software.
Ability to complete all essential physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, or another technical field.
Strong understanding of contract negotiation principles and best practices.
Strong understanding of drilling and completions equipment and services.
Proven ability to develop and execute cost-saving strategies.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
Strong SAP experience.
Ariba experience.
Icertis experience.

Responsibilities

Source major materials, equipment, and services for Exploration, Subsurface, Asset Integrity, and HSE.
Execute daily sourcing activities, including developing purchase requisitions, issuing purchase orders, and expediting purchase orders.
Assist with requests for proposals and quotations; conduct bid analysis, facilitate technical and commercial clarifications, and make award recommendations.
Support delivery of the Exploration and Subsurface Procurement Plan through sourcing and contracting efforts.
Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, from negotiation and execution to ongoing monitoring and review.
Track contractual obligations and provide summaries to business owners to support accountability.
Work with stakeholders to quantify usage and forecast future requirements.
Lead supplier and contractor negotiations and develop and execute cost-reduction and cost-avoidance strategies.
Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure alignment with business objectives.
Identify impactful contractual relationships and track realized savings and potential opportunities.
Collaborate with Contracts and Legal to ensure contracts comply with internal and external regulations.
Identify emerging supply chain opportunities to maximize value.
Engage key stakeholders to identify sourcing and contract-value opportunities.
Assess customer needs and provide procurement expertise during the acquisition process.
Monitor, assess, and adjust sourcing strategies based on supplier and market intelligence.
Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures, both internally and externally.
Independently plan actions to ensure customer requirements are achieved.