Senior Project Contracts Specialist

Freeport-McMoRan; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Discounts on insurance and more

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Senior Project Contracts Specialist in Phoenix for a hybrid role. You will lead supply chain processes, develop supplier contracts, and ensure compliance while minimizing risk.

Travel domestically to support business needs is expected. The position requires a strong background in contracting within a global supply chain, with ability to mentor teams and drive cost savings through strategic sourcing and negotiations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with nine years of experience in Supply Chain or related fields including contracting activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related fields with five years of experience in Supply Chain or related fields including contracting activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to internal team members on supply chain processes, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and execute supplier contracts in a timely manner, ensuring product specifications and service requirements are clearly defined and communicated.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and contractual standards while minimizing organizational risk and liability exposure.
• Drive competitive pricing and cost savings by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, conducting competitive bid events, and negotiating favorable pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Coordinate and align supply chain activities across internal stakeholders and suppliers by facilitating the timely and accurate exchange of critical information.
• Deliver value through the development and execution of timely, accurate, and cost-effective contractual agreements.
• Build and strengthen strategic supplier partnerships to achieve safety and business objectives while meeting cost, quality, and delivery expectations.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members on Global Supply Chain processes, best practices, and operational procedures.
• Identify, recommend, and support enhancements to corporate and divisional policies that improve operational effectiveness and business outcomes.
• Develop and execute supply base strategies that reduce total cost of ownership, mitigate risk, and establish a high-performing supplier network.
• Oversee procurement and cash flow activities to support accurate invoice processing and ensure timely supplier payments.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Contracting activities

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Supply chain knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Job description

Senior Project Contracts Specialist

Why You Should Apply For This Job

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

Where You Will Work

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you’ll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration. In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.

Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.

What You Will Do

Provide leadership and mentorship to internal team members on supply chain processes, challenges, and improvement opportunities. Develop and execute supplier contracts in a timely manner, ensuring product specifications and service requirements are clearly defined and communicated. Ensure compliance with company procedures and contractual standards while minimizing organizational risk and liability exposure.

• Ensure compliance with Global Supply Chain, safety, operational, contractual, and regulatory requirements to minimize risk and protect the organization from liability exposure.
• Drive competitive pricing and cost savings by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, conducting competitive bid events, and negotiating favorable pricing, terms, and conditions while maintaining quality and supplier performance standards.
• Coordinate and align supply chain activities across internal stakeholders and suppliers by facilitating the timely and accurate exchange of critical information.
• Deliver value through the development and execution of timely, accurate, and cost-effective contractual agreements.
• Build and strengthen strategic supplier partnerships to achieve safety and business objectives while meeting cost, quality, and delivery expectations.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members on Global Supply Chain processes, best practices, and operational procedures.
• Identify, recommend, and support enhancements to corporate and divisional policies that improve operational effectiveness and business outcomes.
• Develop and execute supply base strategies that reduce total cost of ownership, mitigate risk, and establish a high-performing supplier network.
• Oversee procurement and cash flow activities to support accurate invoice processing and ensure timely supplier payments.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• High School diploma or GED and nine (9) years of experience in Supply Chain or the related fields of Business, Accounting, Purchasing or Engineering, including working knowledge of contracting activities; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or the related fields of Business, Accounting, or Engineering and five (5) years of experience in Supply Chain or the related fields of Business, Accounting, Purchasing or Engineering, including working knowledge of contracting activities

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $87,500-$120,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job‑related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for auto, home and pet
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Our-Benefits-FM/?locale=en_US) about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre‑employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Ability to travel frequently, domestically, as required to support business…