James Clark
About James Clark
James Clark is a procurement professional currently working at Chevron in Houston, Texas, with extensive experience in major capital projects and a background in strategic sourcing and contracts.
Current Position at Chevron
James Clark serves as the Procurement - Major Capital Projects GOM at Chevron. Located in the Houston, Texas Area, Clark contributes significantly to Chevron's major projects in the Gulf of Mexico. His role focuses on the strategic procurement of resources essential for large-scale endeavors, ensuring that projects like Jack & St. Malo FPU achieve their objectives efficiently.
Career at Crestwood Midstream Partners LP
During his tenure at Crestwood Midstream Partners LP, James Clark worked as a Strategic Sourcing Analyst from 2016 to 2017. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing the strategic procurement processes, optimizing supply chain operations, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing of materials and services. His experience here has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the midstream sector's procurement challenges.
Experience at CITGO Petroleum
James Clark's work experience includes a two-year stint at CITGO Petroleum, from 2005 to 2007, where he served in the Procurement / Contracts division. His responsibilities included managing procurement activities and contractor agreements, playing a pivotal role in projects such as the Tier II & Wet Gas Scrubber Project in Lake Charles, Louisiana. His contributions ensured project timelines and procurement goals were consistently met.
Educational Background and Expertise
James Clark holds a Bachelor's Degree in Management & Marketing from Texas A&M University, which he obtained from 1985 to 1990. During his time at university, Clark was an active member of the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, participating in the Naval ROTC program. His educational foundation in management and marketing, complemented by his military training, uniquely positions him to excel in strategic procurement and project coordination.
International Experience and Training
James Clark brings a wealth of international experience to his professional roles, having resided in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Australia over a span of ten years. His global perspective is further enhanced by his involvement in major international projects like BP Norge AS’s Valhall Re-Development Project and ConocoPhillips Skandinavia AS’s Ekofisk 2/4Z Platform project in the North Sea, Norway. Additionally, Clark is committed to continuous learning, demonstrated by his pursuit of the ISM CPSM Certification.