Director - Commercial
Date: May 5, 2026
Location: Spring, TX, US, 77389
Company: Expand Energy
Our core values — Stewardship, Character, Collaborate, Learn, Disrupt — are the lens through which we evaluate every business decision. As a dynamic, growing company that offers extremely competitive compensation and benefits, our employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of Expand's performance among our E&P competitors.
We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. We realize that, historically, underrepresented groups feel the need to be 100% qualified in order to apply. If you meet any combination of our requirements, we encourage you to apply. We strive to hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.
Job Summary
Expand Energy is entering a period of significant growth, and how we structure, negotiate, and execute our commercial strategy will directly determine the value we capture.
We’re looking for a Director, Commercial to lead that charge. This is a high-impact leadership role at the center of the business, responsible for shaping how we move product across midstream systems. You’ll own the commercial strategy across gathering and processing, ensuring we are not only operationally aligned, but commercially optimized to support growth at scale.
You’ll be stepping into a role where strategy meets execution. From setting the long-term direction of our midstream portfolio, to leading complex negotiations and navigating real-time operational constraints, this position requires someone who can think ahead, act decisively, and influence across the business.
Just as importantly, you’ll lead and build a high-performing commercial team, creating the structure, pace, and accountability needed to deliver against an ambitious growth agenda.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Setting and leading the commercial strategy across midstream services (gathering, processing)
- Owning and optimizing a complex portfolio of third-party midstream agreements to maximize value and manage risk
- Leading high-value commercial negotiations and structuring agreements that support long-term growth
- Aligning commercial commitments with production forecasts, infrastructure capacity, and operational realities
- Identifying and unlocking new opportunities across infrastructure, partnerships, and system optimization
- Building, leading, and developing a high-performing commercial team
- Partnering cross-functionally to deliver integrated, commercially sound outcomes
Job Specific Skills
You are a commercially astute leader who understands how infrastructure, midstream contracts, and market dynamics intersect and how to turn that into competitive advantage.
You bring a balance of strategic thinking and execution focus, with the ability to operate in a complex, fast-moving environment and influence outcomes at a senior level.
Education
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Energy Management, Marketing, or related field
Preferred: Advanced degree (e.g., MBA)
Experience
Minimum: 12 years of relevant experience in energy, midstream, or commercial roles
Preferred: 2 years leadership experience
Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation, commercial strategy, and portfolio management
Additional Qualifications
- Strong understanding of gathering, processing, and transportation agreements
Expand Energy takes necessary action to ensure that all applicants are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, military or veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Expand Energy Corporation's operations are focused on discovering and developing its large and geographically diverse resource base of unconventional oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States.
Nearest Major Market: Houston
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