Procurement Specialist

Sargent Lundy; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 75,210 - 115,210; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent Lundy in Indianapolis seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage the subcontract life cycle and support procurement processes. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of experience in procurement or contract administration.

Candidates should have strong communication skills and be proficient with MS Office Suite. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive salaries, and award-winning benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement and/or contract administration.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontract life cycle processes for projects.
• Draft and issue RFP packages to suppliers.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Track material orders and monitor contract performance.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract administration

Strong communication skills

MS Office Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Description

Sargent & Lundy is a global leader in power and energy consulting, where innovation meets integrity, diversity, and a commitment to quality. Our distinctive capabilities provide domestic and international clients and partners with a thoroughly reliable source of comprehensive expertise. Sargent & Lundy offers challenge, flexibility, competitive salaries and benefits.

We are currently seeking a Procurement Specialist!

Essential duties and responsibilities for the Procurement Specialist include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and administer the subcontract life cycle process for assigned projects
• Support S&L clients in their procurement processes
• Draft, assemble and issue request for proposal (RFP) packages to suppliers / subcontractors
• Negotiate and finalize terms and conditions, including those related to indemnities, warranties, liabilities, pricing, schedule, etc.
• Create purchase orders in Client or S&L’s internal vendor management systems
• Track material orders, deliveries in vendor management systems
• Expedite suppliers / subcontractors / engineering input, as appropriate
• Coordinate and work closely with engineering project managers, suppliers, contractors, subcontractors and client personnel
• Assist in evaluation of proposals from suppliers / subcontractors
• Perform risk assessments on potential and existing subcontracts
• Monitor and evaluate contract performance
• Record keeping / document control with audit involvement
• Processing vendor invoices for payment

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with the expectation of 3 days in our Indianapolis, IN office and 2 days working remotely from home.

Qualifications

Essential skills and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement and/or contract administration
• Strong written, verbal, & people communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with project managers, engineers, clients, suppliers and contractors as necessary
• MS Office Suite proficiency

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Power industry experience supporting large power generation, substation or transmission line projects
• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) and/or C.P.M (Certified Purchasing Manager) designation
• Experience with Workday and MS Outlook

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$75,210.00 - $115,210.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.