Crescent Energy

Crescent Energy

Supply Chain Category Manager, Drilling and Completions

Houston, TX

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 12 days ago
Stakeholder ManagementNegotiationForecastingBudgetingSupply ChainLogisticsProcurementContract ManagementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

  • Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital.
  • Our long-life, balanced portfolio combines stable cash flows from low-decline production with a deep, high-quality development inventory.
  • Crescent is a top three producer (by gross operated production) in the Eagle Ford basin.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and continuously refine category strategies across operating areas aligned with D&C operational plans and company objectives.
  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, RFQs, and negotiations for critical D&C services and materials.
  • Evaluate market conditions, supplier capabilities, and cost drivers to optimize sourcing decisions.
  • Establish and manage supplier performance frameworks, including KPIs, scorecards, and regular business reviews.
  • Drive continuous improvement with key suppliers across safety, service quality, cost, reliability, and innovation.
  • Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships to ensure access to capacity, technology, and competitive pricing.
  • Lead issue resolution and supplier risk mitigation efforts.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing category-specific cost assumptions and market outlooks.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to outline specifications and identify alternative solutions that deliver improved value.
  • Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies to maintain operational continuity.

Requirements

  • Maintain a strong understanding of key cost drivers (e.g., steel, sand, fuel, labor, logistics) and their impact on category spend.

Nice to have

  • 8+ years of supply chain, procurement, or category management experience in upstream oil and gas.
  • Direct experience supporting drilling and completions operations required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field required.
  • Experience working in multi-basin or multi-asset environments is preferred.
  • Demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing events and managing supplier relationships in complex, dynamic markets.

Skills

  • Strong working knowledge of drilling and completions categories, suppliers, and market dynamics.
  • Strong commercial acumen with advanced negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Ability to evaluate trade-offs across cost, operational performance, and supply availability risk.
  • Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority.
  • Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
  • Proactive, results-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and value creation.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment in high-impact decision-making.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Crescent Energy is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status

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