Supply Chain Specialist III

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours.

As a Supply Chain Specialist III, you will support project and operational activities by coordinating the safe, efficient, and timely movement of materials and equipment. This role partners with suppliers, carriers, QA/QC, and project teams to execute shipments, manage documentation, and ensure materials meet schedule and quality requirements. 

Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Performs multifaceted tasks and projects of moderate complexity requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria

• Supports procurement processes

• Handles requisition traffic and procures quality materials/equipment in accordance with established purchasing policies and procedures

• Coordinates communication between internal customers and vendors

• Facilitates the resolution of disputes and claims

• Supervises required inspections, expediting and logistics support

• Analyzes and reports on market conditions and identifies competitive opportunities to initiate competitive bid process; coordinates and facilitates pre-competitive meetings and provides input to bid awards

• Plans, schedules, and executes transportation activities for materials, fabricated equipment, and critical project components, coordinating with internal teams and third‑party carriers to ensure appropriate equipment selection, routing, and delivery timelines

•  Issues Release to Ship notifications and verify supplier shipping readiness, including packing slips, material test reports, inspection documentation, and compliance with shipping prerequisites

• Tracks shipments from pickup through delivery, proactively resolving delays, routing changes, carrier issues, and supporting oversize and overweight haul coordination, including site access and special handling requirements

• Communicates shipping requirements and documentation expectations to suppliers and carriers; reviews carrier qualifications, insurance, and safety requirements; and coordinates RFQs for transportation services to support cost‑competitive carrier selection

• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:

• Required: High School diploma/GED and a minimum four (4) years' experience

• Preferred: Associate's degree or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or a technical field

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills

• Deep knowledge in logistics, domestic and international

About Houston (Williams Tower Location):

Our Houston office is located in the Williams Tower, just steps from the Houston Galleria on Post Oak Boulevard, an area with more than 700 retailers, fine dining and hotels within two square miles. We offer free onsite-parking!

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Why Choose Williams?

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