Senior Supply Chain Analyst

 Decarbonizing the energy sector is an urgent challenge, and with the right technology, geothermal energy can play a central role. We are expanding our team to help make this vision a reality. Our organization has developed technology to make geothermal power scalable and cost‑effective. Join us and work alongside world‑class engineers, researchers, investors, and developers in making geothermal a key pillar of our climate‑friendly energy future.

Position Description The Senior Supply Chain Analyst will execute sourcing, supplier relationships, commercial negotiations, ensuring a seamless flow of materials and services that meet the high standards of cost, quality, safety, and sustainability. This role will be responsible for supporting all phases of geothermal drilling and completion operations. This role requires expertise in supply chain best practices, a proven track record of working with drilling and completions projects, and the ability to work with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment. The Senior Supply Chain Analyst will report to the Senior Category Manager.

Responsibilities • Strategic Sourcing

• Perform market analysis and leverage supply chain knowledge to understand and articulate market trends that may impact internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to forecast demand, define scope, identify risks, and analyze supplier capabilities.
• Develop, issue, and manage RFPs, RFQ, RFIs. Manage the cradle‑to‑grave process for assigned sourcing initiatives—from development of RFP to award and execution of Purchase Order.

• Supplier Selection and Relationship Management

• Identify, evaluate, and select qualified suppliers with a focus on technical expertise, quality, delivery performance, and cost competitiveness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and service providers to ensure on‑time delivery and support high‑quality drilling operations.

• Negotiation

• Negotiate terms and pricing to achieve best‑value agreements while fostering long‑term, collaborative supplier partnerships.
• Provide effective overview of supplier performance to contract and/or price books. Manage supplier issues and disputes to effective resolution.

• Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineers, field operations, finance, legal, and other stakeholders to align supply chain strategies with project timelines and budgets.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or contract management roles.
• Understanding of drilling or completions services.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel/analytical skills for data management and reporting.
• Experience procuring goods and services for the Oil & Gas or Geothermal industry.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self‑starter with a track record of developing spend analysis, negotiating pricing, and managing supply chain initiatives.
• Ability to influence management through high‑quality, well‑structured communications—both written and verbal—to ensure linkage with business strategies and drive understanding of the resulting impact.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.

Location This position is headquartered in Houston, TX. It will be eligible for some hybrid work flexibility, but regular in‑office presence at the Houston location will be required. Although office‑based, some travel to operational sites may be required.

About the Organization The company provides 24/7 carbon‑free energy through development of next‑generation geothermal power. Its mission is to leverage innovation in geoscience to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. Geothermal has a major role to play in the future electric grid, and the company’s key innovations bring a full suite of modern technology to make geothermal cost‑competitive. Innovations include technologies such as advanced computational models, horizontal drilling, and distributed fiber‑optic sensing developed through partnerships with leading industry and research entities.
The organization has an industry‑leading development pipeline with offtakers and partners across major utilities, energy buyers, and strategic technology collaborators. Investors include leading investment firms as well as high‑caliber strategic partners across the energy and technology sectors.
The culture is fast‑paced, innovative, and collaborative. The team believes in building things that last, constantly innovating, doing what they say they’re going to do, and stopping to smell the roses.

Equal Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics

 

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.