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About Nextdecade Corporation
NextDecade Corporation is an energy company accelerating the path to a net-zero future. Leading innovation in more sustainable LNG and carbon capture solutions, NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to cleaner energy. Through our subsidiaries Rio Grande LNG and NEXT Carbon Solutions, we are developing a 27 MTPA LNG export facility in South Texas and have proposed a carbon capture and storage project at the site. We remain committed to advancing and lowering the cost of utilizing carbon capture and storage and helping companies reduce their facility emissions and achieving their clean energy goals.. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.

Summary Of The Role
We are seeking an experienced LNG planning & logistics professional to join our dynamic commercial department. In this role, you will play a leading role in supporting the development and optimization of the LNG cargo lifting schedule for our LNG project.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate closely with LNG production operations team and LNG contract management team to develop and manage the LNG cargo lifting schedule and inventory position in order to meet contractual commitments, mitigate operational issues, and maximize value for Next Decade
• Work with LNG trading, shipping, and optimization teams to identify & optimize spot cargo opportunities
• Liaise with LNG marine department to coordinate logistics of vessel arrivals, departures, and other cargo loading
• Develop and implement processes, procedures, and systems to ensure the smooth development and delivery of the dynamic LNG cargo lifting schedule
• Train, develop, and lead less experienced planning & logistics coordination team members
  
  
  
  

Requirements

• experience required:
• 6+ years of experience in commercial operations, logistics / scheduling, or trading within the energy industry, with prior LNG experience strongly preferred
  
  
  
  

knowledge, skills and abilities required:

• Strong commercial & operational acumen with experience working at the intersection of commercial and operational issues
• Analytical, problem-solving mindset that constantly seeks to identify real or potential issues, develop robust and actionable solutions, and optimize results
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to collaborate across functional boundaries
• Established track record of leadership, either with or without formal supervisory responsibilities
• Ability to clearly communicate complex issues – articulate in verbal communications and clear & thoughtful in written communications with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences
• Operational knowledge of LNG plant operations and marine activities
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines, and a team-first collaborative mentality
  
  
  
  

education:

• Undergraduate or graduate level degree in an engineering, operations, or other quantitative field
  
  
  
  

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc.This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.

Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions
• While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear
• The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities
• Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions
  
  
  
  

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire
  
  
  
  

NEXTDECADE VALUES

• Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us
• Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do
• Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions
• Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work
• Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders
• Diversity – We value diversity of people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed
  
  
  
  

NextDecadeprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecadecomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.