Procurement Clerk

Bechtel; Town of Clay (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Procurement/PO Administrator for the Clay, NY project. You will manage the formation and administration of purchase orders, engage suppliers, coordinate bids, and ensure compliance with PO requirements.

You will support cross-functional planning and reporting, enabling effective communication across procurement teams and project stakeholders. This role is based in Clay, NY and requires meticulous procurement execution in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outgoing and proactive with stakeholder engagement.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy in documentation and procurement processes.
• Ability to support coordination, planning and administrative activities in a fast-paced project environment.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with Engineering to assist and guide in preparation of material requisitions for procurement of materials and equipment.
• Forms bid packages and issues bid requests; coordinates bidders’ questions; and receives bidder proposals.
• Prepares Commercial Bid Summary and recommendations to award.
• Prepares and commits purchase orders within their authority.
• Communicates with suppliers and Bechtel personnel to define requirements and assure supplier performance within PO obligations.
• Supports scheduling and coordination of meetings across internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Assists in planning and organizing project-related activities and discussions.
• Coordinates domestic and international travel arrangements as needed.
• Prepares, compiles, and distributes reports, status updates, and procurement tracking information.
• Maintains organized documentation and supports tracking of procurement activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Outgoing and proactive

Strong organization

Detail-oriented

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

University Hire with <1 year or 4-5 years relevant experience

Tools

Outlook

Teams

Excel

Job description

Requisition ID: 295983

• Relocation Authorized: None

• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

• Work Location: Clay, NY

• Salary Range: 62,900 - 95,900 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

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Project Overview:

Bechtel’s Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing and building a semiconductor fabrication facility in Clay, NY. M&T is a fast-growing business serving semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and EV markets, solving complex industry challenges with innovative technologies and world-class talent.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will perform tasks involved in the formation and administration of purchase orders, including supplier engagement, bid coordination, and procurement execution. You will ensure that suppliers comply with purchase order requirements and deliver services aligned with project needs.

In addition, this role supports coordination and administrative functions that enable effective communication, planning, and reporting across the procurement team and project stakeholders.#LI-RG1

Major Responsibilities:

• Communicates with Engineering to assist and/or guide them in the preparation of material requisitions for the procurement of materials and equipment and to achieve the understanding needed to process these requisitions

• Forms bid packages and issues bid requests; coordinates bidders’ questions; and receives bidder proposals

• Prepares Commercial Bid Summary and recommendations to award

• Prepares and commits purchase orders within their authority

• Communicates with suppliers and personnel within Bechtel to establish clear definition of requirements and to assure supplier performance to the obligations within the purchase order

Additional Coordination & Administrative Responsibilities:

• Supports scheduling and coordination of meetings across internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders

• Assists in planning and organizing project-related activities and discussions

• Coordinates domestic and international business travel arrangements as needed

• Prepares, compiles, and distributes reports, status updates, and procurement tracking information

• Maintains organized documentation and supports tracking of procurement activities

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a University Hire with less than 1 year of experience or 4-5 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams and external suppliers

• Outgoing and proactive, with strong stakeholder engagement and follow-up capabilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in documentation, reporting, and procurement processes

• Ability to support coordination, planning, and administrative activities in a fast-paced project environment

Technical & Functional Skills

• Basic understanding of procurement processes, bid package development, and supplier coordination

• Ability to support purchase order formation and supplier performance tracking

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including:

• Outlook (calendar management and scheduling)

• Teams (collaboration and meeting coordination)

• Excel (tracking, reporting, and data organization)

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

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