Entry-Level Procurement & Contracts Specialist (Supply Chain)

Kiewit; Woodcliff Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Supply Network in the United States seeks an Entry Level Procurement professional to negotiate, renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers and vendors. You will purchase materials of the highest quality at the lowest cost while ensuring specifications are met.

The role requires a detail‑oriented, motivated team player who can work independently to meet deadlines. Some travel and relocation may be required; based at an office such as Woodcliff Lake, NJ.

Qualifications

• Willing to travel and relocate as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Construction Management or related degree preferred.
• 0-3 years’ experience in an engineering and/or construction related role preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• General knowledge of database utilization.
• SAP Experience a plus.
• Basic knowledge of procurement processes including execution, estimating, expediting, offsite supplier quality and site purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.
• Purchase the highest quality materials at the lowest possible cost in correct amounts per specifications and drawings.
• Maintain and review records of items purchased, costs, deliveries, product performance and inventories.
• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, and history.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with obligations and determine needs for changes.
• Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.

Skills

Travel flexibility

Communication skills

Team player

Time management

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Construction Management or related

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kiewit Supply Network in the United States seeks an Entry Level Procurement professional to negotiate, renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers and vendors. You will purchase materials of the highest quality at the lowest cost while ensuring specifications are met.

The role requires a detail‑oriented, motivated team player who can work independently to meet deadlines. Some travel and relocation may be required; based at an office such as Woodcliff Lake, NJ.