Strategic Procurement & Contracts Lead

WSP

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

WSP is seeking a Procurement and Contracts Lead in Houston, TX to oversee contracting and purchasing on major projects, aligning with Earth & Environment teams and client objectives. The role reports to the Director, Supply Chain Management and will drive procurement strategy, bid processes and contract administration across multi-location projects.

The ideal candidate has a engineering/science/business background, 10+ years in supply chain, supervisory experience, and proficiency with Oracle

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Science, Environmental, Business, or a related discipline.
10 or more years of supply chain relevant experience.
Several years of supervisory experience.
Trains staff by providing guidance on work methods and procedures.
Proficiency with Oracle based SCM systems.
Strong relationship management, problem solving, analytical and negotiation skills.
Able to communicate, understand, express and apply technical, business or administrative concepts.
Superior organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
Decision and problem-solving ability.
Proven ability to multi-task and efficiently respond to changing priorities.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

Clear understanding of procurement and contracting procedures/workflows and how they relate to Client-specific and/or project requirements both pre-award and post-award.
Responsible for tasks varying in nature and urgency, such as: project bidders list development.
Bid package preparation; Issue RFP and RFQ; Bid opening and evaluation.
Negotiation and clarifications; Formation and issuing of PO’s and Contracts.
Collaborates with client for clearly defining scope, KPIs, budgets, workflows and procedures on project(s).
Work closely with Project Managers and Responsible Engineers.
Work with reporting manager to manage and coordinate the projects purchasing needs.
Work directly with expeditors, SQS Coordinator and Logistics Coordinator, as needed.
Collaborate with relevant ‘key working relationships, such as Client procurement representatives and vendors, to ensure all procurement activities regarding PO’s have been addressed and covered off.
Proactively manage PO change management process.
Closeout PO’s and contracts once contractual and procedural requirements have been met.
Manage deadlines and ensure appropriate communication is provided when schedule conflicts arise.
Typically responsible for large, complex packages, fabricated equipment, modules, site contracts and services.
Plans, organizes, coordinates and directs the work of procurement staff on a large project.
Works collaboratively with all stakeholders on the project.
Involved in the preparation of Procurement Plan on the project.
Ensures departmental and corporate policies, procedures and instructions are adhered.
Liaises with other functions to ensure coherent pursuit of procurement and project objectives.
Interfaces with project and supplier/contractor personnel to assist in the resolution of commercial issues.
Evaluates supplier/contractor performance as related to cost, timeliness, deliveries and product quality.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.