Sr. Purchasing Specialist

Bechtel Global Corporation; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation in Houston, TX, seeks a procurement professional to oversee master purchasing pro-forma forms and supplier negotiations for complex projects.

You will lead planning, forecasting, and purchasing staff activities, and ensure compliance with contractual terms and purchase order requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
• Advanced knowledge in formation and administration of purchase orders and supplier negotiations.
• Experience with procurement processes and contractor terms under UCC or commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Review prime contract requirements and prepare project master purchases pro-forma forms with terms and conditions.
• Prepare and monitor bidder lists, ensure input from procurement and other operations.
• Form, issue, and administer purchase orders; participate in commitment negotiations.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Negotiation

Supplier communications

Contract terms

Project purchasing

Education

Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent)

Tools

Digital Supply Chain System

Procurement software

Job description

• Relocation Authorized:None
• Telework Type:Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Houston, TX

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

Project Overview:

Bechtel's Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing and building an Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Manufacturing Facility located at Generation Park in Houston, TX. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will oversee the development and preparation of project master purchasing commercial pro-forma forms, including legal and commercial terms and conditions. You will lead the development of purchasing procedures, planning, and forecasting of purchasing staff. You will direct negotiations, solve problems, and communicate with suppliers to ensure compliance with purchase order requirements and achieve the required service to meet project needs.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities:

• By reviewing the prime contract requirements, develops and prepares project master purchases pro-forma forms, including legal and commercial terms and conditions to be included in purchase documents for project commitments
• Prepares, maintains, and monitors project bidder's lists, ensuring input is received from all procurement functions and other operational groups
• Forms, issues, and administers purchase orders
• Participates in the negotiations in the commitment of purchases, following review and approval of the proposed negotiating plan by the designated supervisor

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Advanced knowledge and experience in the formation and administration of purchase orders.
• Advanced knowledge in all phases of procurement including knowledge of and skill in communicating effectively with suppliers, bidder prequalification, preparation of bidders' lists, compilation of bid requests, knowledge of Uniform Commercial Code or applicable commercial legislation, negotiation of contracted terms and conditions, and award of commitments.
• Proficiency in the administration of commitments, monitoring supplier performance, back-charge procedures and the resolution of claims and disputes.
• Good understanding of equipment and material fabrication steps and methods.
• Skilled in working with and communicating effectively both orally and in writing with other project functional groups.
• Capable of providing early warning to Project Management of supplier deficiencies or schedule slippage.
• Capable of interpreting schedules to ensure they are realistic, that required activities occur on time, and that interface between activities is maintained.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of the Digital Supply Chain System, Engineering tools, and other project data systems.

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

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age,national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law),protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [e-mail]