IT Contracts Negotiator

OXY, Inc.
United States, Texas, Houston
5 Greenway Plaza (Show on map)
Feb 05, 2025
Oxy is an international energy company with assets primarily in the United States, the Middle East and North Africa. We are one of the largest oil and gas producers in the U.S., including a leading producer in the Permian and DJ basins, and offshore Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary OxyChem manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon management to advance a lower-carbon world. Visit oxy.com for more information. Occidental strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business. Oxy is seeking a highly experienced and skilled IT Contracts Negotiator to join our team working at the forefront of energy technology. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for negotiating and securing contracts with IT vendors, contractors, and consultants to support our innovative projects aimed at producing essential energy, chemical, and related products that sustain and improve life on our planet while reducing greenhouse gas emissions through cutting-edge technological solutions. Key Responsibilities: Redline and negotiate favorable terms and conditions in IT-related agreements for Professional Services, software licenses, SaaS/XaaS, data licensing, hardware, telecom, SOWs, Order Forms, etc. with selected contractors and vendors. Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, such as technical leads, risk management, tax group, and legal teams as well as working with outside legal counsel, to ensure that contracts are drafted to protect OXY's interests and align with project requirements and organizational policies. Identify opportunities for process improvements and risk mitigation in IT contracting Qualifications: Eight (8) or more years redlining legal terms and negotiating IT-related agreements (Professional Services, Software-as-a-Service, XaaS, Data, Software, Hardware and Telecommunications). In-depth knowledge of IT contracting practices, legal frameworks, and industry standards. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex technical requirements and translate them into contractual terms. Minimum of Bachelor degree in a relevant field, such as business administration, supply chain, or information technology. Proficiency in using contract lifecycle management software and tools. This role requires a highly skilled and experienced negotiator with a deep understanding of IT contracting. The successful candidate must be able to quickly adjust and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities. Schedule: 9/80 (every other Friday off) or 5/40 Remote: Monday & Friday In Office: Tues-Thurs Relocationwill notbe provided. Occidental does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role. The salary range for this position is:$ 0 - $ 0 Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements may receive consideration for higher-level role given (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs. Check out Oxy's competitive benefit package: http://www.oxy.com/siteassets/documents/careers/oxy-employee-benefits-program-2025.pdf. The Company anticipates that it will accept applications for this position for 14 days after the posting date, although it may extend that date depending on applicant flow. Recruitment Fraud It has come to our attention various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of Oxy. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate nor are they associated with our recruitment process. All Oxy job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website. Oxy does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never: Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process. We recommend against responding to unsolicited business propositions or offers from people you don't know. Do not disclose your personal or financial details. If you believe you have been the victim of a recruiting scam, please contact your local police department. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.