Oceaneering

Contracts Lead

LocationHouston, TX

About This Job


Company Profile

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.


Position Summary

The Contracts Supervisor serves both a business partner and a subject matter expert on contracts with suppliers and with clients, with responsibility for ensuring timely, accurate and risk-weighted advice and service. A member of a highly effective Legal Department, the Contracts Supervisor works in close collaboration with the Supply Chain Management organization supporting their strategy and objectives to enable business and maximize profit in furtherance of the Company’s strategic objectives and within its Mission, Vision, and Values and is responsible for taking support and lead roles in drafting, negotiating, and concluding negotiations with Oceaneering’s vendors and clients.

LOCATION

Houston, Texas. This role provides the opportunity to work in hybrid environment, working both virtually and in a designated office.

Duties & Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL:

Lead the development and implementation of standard terms, template documents, processes, and master agreements to be used by the Supply Chain Department globally.
Assist in the alignment of the Supply Chain and Contracts department's goals and objectives across the regional teams and business units.
Work closely with Supply Chain Directors to develop, implement, and maintain detailed contracts management work processes ensuring best business practices and operational consistency across the organization.
Advise Supply Chain Management in applying contracting principles to understand and address risks associated with various projects.
Providing contract advice and services in connection with complex business transactions, including playing a key role in negotiating the terms and advising management and Contracts Manager regarding the commercial risks and deviations of such transactions.
Interface with regional Legal and Contracts departments to share best practices and ensure consistency throughout the organization.
Interface with commercial, bids-and-proposals, sales, and operations personnel. Advise on terms and conditions and other contractual issues.
Liaise with Subject Matter Experts, including the Legal, Tax, Finance, and Insurance Departments, on respective issues to ensure that all contracts comply with Oceaneering’s contracting guidelines or other applicable guidelines.
Maintain contracts files and database with respect to contracts reviewed and executed.
Provide contract advice and services in connection with supply agreements to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and Oceaneering’s Policies and Procedures.
Conduct contracts-related training of operations and other personnel.
Promote an awareness of Legal Department policies and procedures in coordination with Regional Legal Counsel.
Perform as a team player with a strong work ethic.
Perform all work in accordance with Oceaneering’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other relevant policies and procedures.


ADDITIONAL:

Other duties as assigned. The list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake tasks that may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 7 years of working experience in commercial contracting experience in the offshore oil and gas service industry or engineered manufactured products sector, directly supporting supply chain management strategy with vendors and sales and operations management’s efforts with clients or related
Minimum 5 years’ experience negotiating complex indemnity structures and risk mitigation utilized in energy (including offshore oil and gas) service contracts, or related experience.
Minimum 5 years’ experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracting arrangements or similar experience.
Fluent in English
Knowledge of MS Office

DESIRED:

Experience in US and international commercial contracts within the oil and gas industry.
Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with internal business clients, and staff.
Fluency in other languages is a plus, particularly Spanish and Portuguese.
Strong individual initiative, discipline and commitment to superior performance and continuous improvement.
Energy services and/or heavy manufacturing industry experience is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

Ability to negotiate mutually acceptable solutions.
Brings a proactive, team-oriented approach.
Develops and maintains strong professional relationships with Legal colleagues, other Oceaneers, and external customers and suppliers. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and the ability to effectively communicate across a multinational company.

Additional Information

This position is Hybrid - Remote and will require commuting to a designated office. Hybrid work schedules are determined by the hiring manager based on business need.



Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.


Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.


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