We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will oversee procurement operations, ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services while managing vendor relationships and optimizing costs. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to organizational success through strategic purchasing and vendor management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate the procurement of goods and services to support daily operations efficiently and cost-effectively.<br>• Conduct market analysis to identify and recommend vendors offering the best value in terms of price, quality, and terms.<br>• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and conditions.<br>• Monitor vendor performance to ensure adherence to agreements, service excellence, and risk mitigation.<br>• Analyze supply usage and establish reorder points to maintain optimal inventory levels.<br>• Collaborate with suppliers and sales teams to address excess inventory and reduce dead stock.<br>• Resolve issues related to incorrect or defective goods, ensuring smooth purchasing operations.<br>• Review and set up vendor agreements while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry best practices.<br>• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives within the purchasing process.<br>• Maintain accurate records of purchase requests and update tracking systems regularly.
<p>Our client, located in downtown Houston, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Analyst for a long-term contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for individuals with expertise in NetSuite or any larger ERP system, a sharp eye for detail, and a talent for reconciliation. Pay ranges from $23 - $27.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Invoice Processing: Manage and analyze volumes of 100-150 invoices weekly, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>AP Analysis: Monitor accounts payable trends and provide insights to improve efficiency and compliance with company policies.</li><li>Reconciliation: Ensure timely and detailed reconciliation of accounts, identifying and resolving variances.</li><li>Change Orders and Purchase Orders Management: Oversee and process change orders, PO (Purchase Order), and Non-PO related transactions with attention to policy adherence.</li><li>Data Entry and Reporting in NetSuite: Work in NetSuite all day, every day, ensuring accurate and timely input of financial data as well as generating AP analysis reports.</li><li>Collaboration and Communication: Proactively communicate with internal stakeholders, including procurement and finance teams, while working cross-functionally to resolve queries and improve workflows.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a highly organized and resourceful Human Resources Specialist to join our client's team in Houston, Texas. This role requires a detail-oriented individual capable of managing recruitment, payroll processing, employee relations, and compliance tracking with precision and efficiency. You will play a key part in fostering a positive workplace environment while ensuring adherence to HR policies and procedures.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage recruitment processes including sourcing candidates, conducting initial screenings, coordinating interviews, and supporting hiring decisions.</p><p>• Utilize job boards, social media platforms, referrals, and other networking tools to identify and attract top talent.</p><p>• Oversee onboarding and offboarding procedures to ensure smooth transitions for employees.</p><p>• Coordinate background checks, drug screenings, and maintain accurate personnel records.</p><p>• Process payroll efficiently and ensure accuracy using ADP systems.</p><p>• Facilitate open enrollment for employee benefits and provide guidance throughout the process.</p><p>• Address employee relations matters by resolving conflicts and handling disciplinary actions effectively.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with HR policies and prepare necessary reports to maintain regulatory standards.</p><p>• Support the implementation and management of HRIS systems to streamline administrative tasks.</p>
<p>Our client, a leader in the marine shipping and oil & gas sector, has an <strong>immediate need</strong> for a Supply Chain Specialist to support LNG operations. This is a contract opportunity (6–12+ months) focused on end-to-end procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management within a complex, compliance-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>This role will play a critical part in supporting LNG facilities, marine, and terminal operations through competitive tendering, contract negotiation, and full-cycle procurement execution using SAP.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the <strong>full procurement lifecycle</strong> from requisition through purchase order issuance, delivery, and closeout in SAP</li><li>Lead and support RFP, RFQ, and competitive tender processes, including documentation, bidder coordination, and evaluations</li><li>Develop clear, comprehensive RFP packages in collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Legal, Finance, and Logistics</li><li>Analyze commercial and technical bid evaluations and support supplier selection recommendations</li><li>Ensure procurement activities align with cost, quality, schedule, compliance, and risk objectives</li><li>Monitor and optimize total cost of ownership while meeting delivery and operational requirements</li><li>Negotiate pricing, contract terms, MSAs, delivery schedules, and performance metrics</li><li>Maintain complete, audit-ready tender documentation and enforce governance standards</li><li>Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers in compliance with HSE and ethical standards</li><li>Monitor supplier performance and proactively address quality, delivery, or commercial risk issues</li><li>Support fleet and LNG operational sourcing strategies</li><li>Coordinate with Procurement and Logistics on OS& D (Overage, Shortage, and Damage) resolution</li><li>Maintain strong day-to-day relationships with internal stakeholders and provide sourcing guidance</li><li>Work with local and international vendors to ensure timely and compliant delivery of goods and services</li></ul>
<p><strong>Our client is hiring a Contracts Administrator</strong></p><p>The Contracts Administrator is a key member of the team, and provides support across a portfolio of products including crude oil, natural gas, power, and fuel oil. This role is focused on reducing economic, operational, legal, and regulatory risk by accurately drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts for commodity transactions.</p><p><strong>Primary Responsibilities for the Contracts Administrator </strong></p><ul><li>Review and validate all transaction data, escalating missing or incorrect trades to the Front Office for resolution.</li><li>Draft, issue, and ensure the execution of trade confirmations, following established procedures and timelines.</li><li>Confirm that all drafted contracts include all approved and required terms, referencing applicable master agreements (e.g., ISDA, EEI, NAESB).</li><li>Review broker and counterparty confirmations for accuracy, address discrepancies, and provide prompt feedback.</li><li>Ensure broker confirmations are received and reconcile with trading system data.</li><li>Collaborate closely with Legal, Credit, Operations, and other internal stakeholders to incorporate additional required terms into contracts.</li><li>Proactively follow up on outstanding confirmations, the Contracts Administrate will escalate delays to the Contract Manager and Front Office as necessary, and drive timely resolution.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with the Front Office, responding to inquiries and requests efficiently and accurately.</li><li>Provide regular weekly updates on outstanding items to the Contracts Lead and Contract Manager.</li><li>Maintain comprehensive electronic records for all documentation and correspondence associated with each trade.</li><li>Respond promptly to external queries regarding contract confirmations.</li><li>Escalate system-related contract issues to the Contracts Lead and Contracts Manager as appropriate.</li><li>Update and maintain documentation of procedures.</li><li>Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Participate in system and process upgrade testing as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 1 year of experience in a commodities trading environment preferred for the Contracts Administrator position</li><li>Exposure to or understanding of programming languages such as Python or SQL is an asset.</li><li>Conversational Spanish is a plus.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in a numerate or semi-numerate discipline (e.g., engineering, mathematics, accounting, economics), or relevant related experience.</li><li>Understanding of the financial implications related to physical commodity movement.</li><li>Ability to assess risk in contractual terms and exercise sound judgment.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with internal and external contacts.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Word and general document administration.</li></ul><p><strong>Competencies:</strong></p><ul><li>Proactive, self-motivated, and resourceful problem-solver.</li><li>Highly organized with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Able to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and data-driven mindset.</li><li>Adaptable and committed to continuous learning.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Network Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will act as a senior-level expert, overseeing the design, configuration, and management of enterprise network systems. You will play a crucial part in ensuring seamless operations, providing advanced support, and enhancing security across our organization's network infrastructure.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, configure, and deploy network infrastructure including routers, switches, wireless systems, load balancers, and other network devices.<br>• Conduct thorough analysis of network issues and deliver high-level response management to resolve complex problems.<br>• Implement and maintain redundancy and high availability across enterprise connectivity to ensure uninterrupted operations.<br>• Lead efforts to secure network platforms by addressing vulnerabilities and managing patching cycles for hardware and software.<br>• Develop and enforce configuration standards while creating detailed support documentation.<br>• Perform failover testing and ensure changes to network configurations align with change management protocols.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to develop solutions and troubleshoot network problems.<br>• Provide mentorship to entry level team members and act as the final escalation point for network-related issues.<br>• Manage procurement, implementation, and support of public and private circuits for remote and local networks.<br>• Utilize expert knowledge of firewalls, network segmentation, and monitoring tools to optimize network performance.
<p>Senior Counsel – Contract Intelligence & AI Integration</p><p><br></p><p>Where cutting-edge technology meets high-impact legal strategy.</p><p>A highly successful, nationally recognized organization is seeking a Senior Counsel – Contract Intelligence & AI Integration to help redefine how contracts are reviewed, analyzed, and optimized at scale. This is a rare opportunity for a forward-thinking attorney to sit at the intersection of law, artificial intelligence, and innovation, playing a critical role in transforming legal operations through smart technology.</p><p>This role is 100% in-office and ideal for an attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is excited to lead the evolution of AI-driven legal workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do</p><p>As a senior leader within the Legal Department, you will:</p><ul><li>Own and lead the implementation, optimization, and oversight of AI-powered contract review and analytics tools</li><li>Review every incoming contract using advanced AI platforms to identify risks, gaps, inconsistencies, and deviations</li><li>Partner with attorneys to enhance and standardize contract language using AI insights and best practices</li><li>Build and maintain contract templates, clause libraries, and playbooks informed by data and business trends</li><li>Serve as the department’s AI subject-matter expert, training attorneys and paralegals on effective tool usage</li><li>Collaborate with IT and Procurement to ensure secure integration, data privacy, and confidentiality compliance</li><li>Stay ahead of AI regulations, legal ethics standards, and emerging legal-tech trends</li><li>Track and report metrics tied to efficiency, risk mitigation, and process improvement</li><li>Support senior legal leadership with complex contract negotiations and strategic projects</li><li>Maintain structured workflows and documentation within the contract management system</li></ul>
