Sr Supply Chain Analyst

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Job Summary Murphy is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Sr Supply Chain Analyst with expertise in operations procurement to join our team. This role will report to the SCM Manager and will be responsible for executing the Exploration and Subsurface Procurement Plan, contributing to cost savings through negotiation strategies and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.  Additionally, this role will be responsible for the acquisition of materials, equipment, and services supporting day-to-day Exploration, Subsurface, Asset Integrity and HSE activities.

You will work closely with field personnel and management across various business units, Supply Chain, and operations-based suppliers to deliver value and achieve organizational goals.

This role will work in our Houston Corporate office and may work two (2) days a week remote.

Responsibilities Responsible for sourcing major materials, equipment and services for Exploration, Subsurface, Asset Integrity and HSE.Execute daily sourcing activities such as developing Purchase

Requisition s, issuing Purchase Orders and ongoing Purchase Order expediting

Assist in Request for Proposals/Quotations; conduct bid analysis, facilitate technical and commercial clarifications, and make award recommendations Assist in delivering the current Exploration and Subsurface Procurement Plan by executing sourcing and contracting efforts

Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from negotiation and execution to ongoing monitoring and review

Track contractual obligations and provide summaries to business owners for accountability

Work with stakeholders to quantify usage and forecast future requirements

Lead negotiations with suppliers and contractors, developing and executing cost reduction and avoidance strategies

Develop and manage supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with business objectives

Identify impactful contractual relationships and track realized savings and potential opportunities

Collaborate with Contracts / Legal to ensure all contracts comply with internal and external regulations

Identify and assess emerging opportunities within the supply chain to maximize value

Proactively engage with key stakeholders to identify sourcing and contract value opportunities

Assess customer needs, provides procurement expertise to customers in the acquisition process

Assist in negotiations with Supplier / Contractors including developing and executing cost reduction and cost avoidance strategies and initiatives

Monitor, assess and adjust sourcing strategies based on supplier and market intelligence Ensure current and continued compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures both internally and externally to the Institution Independently plans actions to ensure customer requirements are achieved

Qualifications/Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in operations procurement, or contracting support

Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficient in MS Office Suite and procurement software

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration or other technical degree

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 preferred

Strong Ariba experience preferred Icertis…