Project-Driven Procurement & Contracts Specialist

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Wellness program

Life insurance

Retirement plan with match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Kiewit Supply Network in Lenexa, KS is seeking a motivated Supply Chain Specialist to support planning, sourcing, contracting, procurement, logistics, and materials management for complex engineering and construction projects.

The role involves managing supplier relationships, contract administration, and vendor negotiations to ensure on-time deliveries, quality, and budget alignment across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an Engineering/Industrial/Transportation construction supply chain.
• At least 1 year of negotiation experience or ability to negotiate subcontracts.
• Experience drafting and managing material/equipment contracts and understanding contract terms.
• Broad procurement knowledge including execution, expediting, and site purchasing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel); familiarity with databases.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the contract process for assigned materials/equipment; negotiate terms and conditions.
• Purchase highest quality materials at lowest cost in accordance with specs and drawings.
• Coordinate with staff and vendors to address defective goods and take corrective action.
• Leverage vendors to create cost savings across procurements.
• Research and evaluate suppliers on price, quality, service, and reliability.
• Monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery and resolve delivery issues.
• Prepare RFPs and evaluate proposals; develop material and vendor subcontracts for projects.

Skills

Supply chain

Procurement

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Sourcing

Logistics

Excel

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SAP

InEight

Job description

Kiewit Supply Network in Lenexa, KS is seeking a motivated Supply Chain Specialist to support planning, sourcing, contracting, procurement, logistics, and materials management for complex engineering and construction projects.

The role involves managing supplier relationships, contract administration, and vendor negotiations to ensure on-time deliveries, quality, and budget alignment across multiple projects.