Procurement Advisor (Sr. Strategic Sourcing Advisor)

California Resources Corporation (NYSE: CRC) is an independent oil and natural gas company committed to energy transition in the sector. CRC has some of the lowest carbon intensity production in the US and we are focused on maximizing the value of our land, mineral and technical resources for decarbonization by developing carbon capture and storage (CCS) and other emissions reducing projects. CRC has a large portfolio of lower-risk conventional opportunities in each of California’s four major oil and gas basins: San Joaquin, Los Angeles and Sacramento.

CRC's highly qualified workforce specializes in applying advanced technology to efficiently operate critical energy infrastructure under world-leading safety, labor, human rights and environmental standards.

The CRC Supply Chain Department is seeking to fill a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Advisor position. The role will be based out of the Bakersfield, CA office and will be eligible for a 9/80 schedule. 

• Execute supply strategies that ensure uninterrupted flow of materials and services, required in support of Company activities while delivering cost savings to operations. 
• Conduct analyses to build spend baselines, analyze market trends and estimate savings potential using best practices, TCO analysis, benchmarking, etc.
• Analyze market trends in new technologies and best available technology for operations to enable strategic purchasing
• Identify value creation opportunities
•  Develop and implement sourcing project plans, actions, milestones, key deliverables, cost savings plans, metrics, lead times and buying channel optimization strategies
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the assigned spend categories
• Develop and execute against savings targets
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and contractors
• Manage a portfolio of contracts
• Work within multiple functional categories
• Maintain familiarity with CRC policies, Supply Chain procedures and Master Service Agreements
• Responsible for contract negotiations, contracting activities and compliance procedures
• In conjunction with internal customers, coordinate the development of demand forecasts based on business plans, ensuring alignment of operational needs and supply chain strategies
• Facilitate Supplier Quality Management (SQM) meetings, identify and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Identify and implement improvement opportunities
• Serve as a subject matter expert in all aspects of the procurement function

• 5-10 years Supply Chain experience w/Bachelor’s degree in either Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or equivalent or relevant industry experience including exposure to the following: 
  • • Developing and initiating contracts
    • legal issues related to supply and contracts
    • contract administration including market intelligence and demand planning
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Process problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Adaptable and customer focused in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to work well in a team environment across boundaries
• Ability to influence key stakeholders
• Strong action orientation 
• Exhibit a high degree of ethics/integrity
• Ability to multi-task/prioritize in a deadline environment
• Strong PC/Software skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with ERP Systems (SAP or Oracle)
• 5+ years of industry experience in the Oil & Gas or Service Company Industry
• General knowledge of oil and gas industry/operations
• Experience developing and initiating contracts