ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION

NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure, low-cost, and sustainable energy solutions through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction and carbon capture and storage infrastructure. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development. We are also developing a potential carbon capture and storage project at the facility that is expected to make meaningful impacts toward a lower carbon future. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

Reporting to the VP of Supply Chain, the Senior Manager, SCM will lead, manage and develop a team responsible for strategic contracting and procurement.

This position requires strong leadership and stakeholder management skills proactively driving collaboration across functions, seeking input and feedback. The candidate must have deep expertise across the full contract lifecycle, including planning, drafting, redlining, negotiation, execution, and post-award administration. This role demands strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver results throughout all execution levels.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Based on NextDecade vision and NextDecade Way, lead the contracting and procurement execution through defining and executing the vision, strategic direction, and annual objectives for the function
Lead, manage, mentor, coach, upskill and develop the team.
Ensure compliance with Company Governance.
Establish and maintain key metrics, performance criteria, KPIs. Proactively identify value leakage and deliver cost avoidance strategies maximizing shareholders value.
Deliver measurable results and value in collaboration with business owners, and SMEs.
Establish, maintain and nourish relationships with key stakeholders to understand and anticipate business demand and priorities.
Develop and execute strategic contracting and procurement portfolio with key and strategic suppliers
Serve as SCM SME in drafting, negotiating and reviewing contract language, mitigate risk with minimal support from Legal.
Manage supplier risk monitoring program.
Lead Major and Critical Contracts’ Negotiation.
Facilitate performance of post-award contract administration on strategic agreements, including tracking of deliverables, obligations, and milestones to ensure compliance and performance.
Contribute to the development of standard contract templates and playbooks to support contracts formation and administration.
Contribute to process improvements, templates, and tools that enhance contract management practices.
Monitor team activities execution and performance and compliance with established policies and procedures:
-Conduct periodic reviews activities performed by team members to ensure the team meets business requirements and realizing benefits to the organization by making data-driven decisions.
-Conduct periodic reviews to ensure established policies and procedures are being followed and adjusted if needed.
-Manage and allocate resource abilities, skills, and competences to maximize efficiency and continue to meet business requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field.
15+ years of experience in contracting and procurement profession.
Experience working in a dynamic team environment.
Excellent negotiation skills and oral and written communication.
Excellent people skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively cross-functionally.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Strong understanding of contract law and procurement principles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Supply Chain certifications such as CPSM, CCCM, CPCM, CSCP, MCIPS, WCC or other relevant certifications.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc.This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.

· Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary.

· Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions.

· While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear.

· The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

· Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.

· Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions.

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@next-decade.com.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

· Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.

· Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.

· Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.

· Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.

· Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.

· Diversity – We value diversity of people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed.

NextDecadeprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecadecomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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