Contracts Specialist - Infrastructure Market

Kiewit Corporation; United States; A distancia; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kiewit Corporation is seeking a Contracts Specialist in the infrastructure market to own contracts from start to finish for materials and equipment. You will negotiate terms, manage pricing, monitor shipments, and resolve issues to support projects in the Southeast region.

This role requires collaboration with engineering and construction teams and a proactive approach to procurement. The ideal candidate has experience in construction-related supply chain roles, strong negotiation and contract

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in supply chain processes.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in engineering/construction-related supply chain.
• Minimum of 1 year negotiations experience, or demonstrated ability to negotiate subcontracts.
• Experience drafting and managing contracts for materials/equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP and InEight experience a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Own and manage the contract process for assigned materials/equipment, negotiate terms, manage change orders, and ensure timely delivery.
• Purchase materials at best cost per specifications and drawings.
• Interface with staff, users and vendors to discuss issues and determine corrective action.
• Leverage vendors to generate cost savings for projects.
• Prepare RFPs and evaluate vendor proposals to meet budget and schedule constraints.
• Support procurement staff meetings and develop procurement templates.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Contract drafting

Procurement knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Educación

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Engineering/Supply Chain/Construction Management

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

SAP

InEight Software

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Contracts Specialist - Infrastructure Market

Location: Peachtree City, GA, US Orlando, FL, US Atlanta, GA, US Alpharetta, GA, US

Requisition ID:182564

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:DHO Kiewit Supply Network

Department:Supply Chain Management

Market:Corporate Home Office

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

We are adding a Supply Chain Specialists to our Southeast group to support a wide range of projects in the region. In this role, you will own contracts from start to finish for your assigned materials/equipment, You will be expected to negotiate T's and C's on contracts, purchase materials, manage pricing and quantities, monitor shipments and resolve material and equipment issues. This is a great opportunity for an early to mid-career Supply Chain professional that wants to grow and advance their career in procurement and learn more about construction. Individuals with experience in an engineering and/or construction related role as well as basic procurement experience is desired, but not required. We’re looking for a team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives. Someone that is detail-oriented, highly motivated with ability to effectively manage time. If you would like to own a process and make a significant impact as we continue to grow Kiewit Supply Network, this is the opportunity for you!

District Overview

Kiewit Supply Network group specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; and mining. Our key objectives are to offer clients a world-class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer an appropriate level of quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations.

Location

This position could be based out of the following offices:

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the contract process for assigned materials/equipment. Negotiate T's and C's on the contract, manage change orders impacting the contract, and handle all aspects for delivering quality materials/equipment for your projects.
• Purchase the highest quality materials at the lowest possible cost in correct amounts per specifications and drawings.
• Confer with staff, users and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
• Leverage vendors/subcontractors across multiple procurements to create cost savings to projects.
• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities and the supplier’s reputation and history.
• Monitor shipments to ensure goods come in on time and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
• Prepare/issue Request for Proposals (RFP’s) and evaluate vendor/subcontractor proposals to identify vendors/subcontractors who meet project constraints of budget and schedule at the estimating, execution and site purchasing levels. Develop and manage material and vendor subcontracts for the project. Interface with Engineering and/or construction teams to provide insight about status of cost, quality and schedule for materials/equipment for your assigned project(s).
• Assist in the development of company-wide procurement templates.
• Assist in negotiating high-risk contracts for various projects.
• Work to resolve escalated, complex, or disputed contract issues.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships and manage supplier-specific vendor template negotiations.
• Support procurement staff meetings and provide legal communication to the team as needed.
• Willing to relocate to a project site to manage a larger project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management or related OR relevant experience in Supply Chain processes as outlined above
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an Engineering and/or Industrial/Transportation Construction related supply chain (or similar role), with experience/knowledge of supply chain processes.
• Minimum of 1 years' negotiation experience (preferred) or the demonstrated ability to negotiate material/vendor subcontracts.
• Must have experience with drafting and managing material/equipment Contracts, with an understanding of terms and conditions of contracts.
• Thorough understanding of all areas of procurement is desirable, including procurement execution, estimating, expediting, and site purchasing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel) and general knowledge of database utilization
• SAP Experience a plus. InEight Software experience (or similar) highly desired
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

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Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.