Strategic Procurement & Contracts Lead

Brunel; Morenci (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel is seeking a procurement professional to coordinate project procurement activities with the Project Manager and procurement lead, assisting with contract development, negotiations with contractors, and expediting deliveries to keep projects on track.

The role requires collaborating with engineering, controls, and finance teams, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring governance policies are followed for timely project execution.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 10 years' experience in inventory management, systems & project management.
• Bachelor's degree with 8 years' combined experience in inventory management, system & project management and analysis projects.
• Master's degree with 6 years' combined experience in inventory management, system & project management and analysis projects.
• Knowledge of corporate governance policies, protocols and procedures for effective compliance.
• Interface with project controls and accounting, Global Sourcing, and corporate financial groups.
• Ability to support project team members and interface with suppliers and contractors.
• Ability to take a leadership oversight role.
• Excellent software and documentation skills.
• Preferred: Proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement activities with the Project Manager and procurement lead.
• Engage EPC and Project team members to implement plans, requisitions, contracts and payment systems per policies.
• Communicate procurement needs to Engineering manager and Global Supply Chain for timely support.
• Manage procurement services with project manager and suppliers to develop protective contracts within time constraints.
• Develop tracking controls systems to ensure efficient project execution.
• Collaborate with Global Supply Chain to source from reputable suppliers and leverage volume discounts.
• Consult with Project Contracts to develop contracting procedures and processes for clear language.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Preferred: Communicate effectively at all levels, both written and verbal.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Contract development

Procurement management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related discipline

Master's degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Job description

Brunel is seeking a procurement professional to coordinate project procurement activities with the Project Manager and procurement lead, assisting with contract development, negotiations with contractors, and expediting deliveries to keep projects on track.

The role requires collaborating with engineering, controls, and finance teams, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring governance policies are followed for timely project execution.