Project Procurement Manager

Worley is seeking a Project Procurement Manager in Martinez, CA. The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing complex purchasing, and establishing supplier relationships to support sustainable projects in the energy and resources sectors. Key responsibilities include team leadership, risk analysis, compliance with best practices, and effective communication with stakeholders. Candidates should have a relevant degree, extensive procurement experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.
Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
Purpose of the Role

As a Senior Buyer at Worley, you will play a critical role in supporting our mission to deliver sustainable change. This position is integral to ensuring the successful procurement of materials and equipment, enabling the execution of complex projects that drive innovation and sustainability in the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors.
Key Responsibilities
• Procurement Strategy Development: Lead the development and implementation of procurement strategies for corporate and project-specific scopes, ensuring alignment with Worley’s goals and sustainability targets.
• Complex Purchasing Management: Execute the procurement of engineered and non-engineered materials and equipment for high-value and technically complex projects, ensuring competitive pricing and quality.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers to mitigate risks, identify opportunities for innovation, and enhance supply chain resilience.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration: Lead functional project teams, providing guidance to procurement staff and collaborating across disciplines to achieve project objectives.
• Risk Analysis and Mitigation: Identify potential supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, industry standards, and ethical practices, while promoting continuous improvement in processes and tools.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Effectively communicate procurement plans, strategies, and results to stakeholders, management, and project teams.
Qualifications / Skill Set
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field, such as supply chain management, business administration, or engineering.
• Relevant Experience: Extensive experience in procurement, with advanced expertise in purchasing complex materials and equipment in the energy, chemicals, or resources industries.
• Leadership Abilities: Proven ability to lead project teams, mentor junior staff, and manage procurement operations independently.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong skills in developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with organizational goals and sustainability initiatives.
• Risk Management Expertise: Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate supply chain risks effectively.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced understanding of procurement systems, processes, and tools, with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize their use.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional skills in preparing and delivering proposals, reports, and presentations, with the ability to inform and persuade stakeholders at all levels.
• Adaptability and Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively across diverse teams, disciplines, and geographies.
• Physical Requirements: Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Feeling, Repetitive Motions

Additional Information:
• This position is in California.
• Salary Range $118,560-$174,720
• Benefits: eligible for PTO, 401k, medical, vision, dental, etc.
• San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

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