Job Information
Kiewit Contracts Specialist - Supply Chain in Ingleside, Texas
Requisition ID: 170465
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: DHO Kiewit Supply Network
Department: Supply Chain Management
Market: OGC
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are adding a Supply Chain Contracts Specialist (mid career) to our team in our Ingleside Texas office to support our OGC market. In this role, you will own contracts from start to finish for your assigned materials/equipment. You will be expected to negotiate T's and C's on contracts, support supply chain initiatives for your project, manage pricing and quantities, monitor shipments and resolving material and equipment issues with the logistics and supplier quality teams. Your role will have a heavy focus on developing, reviewing and negotiating contracts with suppliers and doing cradle to grave procurement coordination for material, equipment and subcontractor agreements. Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned organization operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining. Our procurement team, known as Kiewit Supply Network supports all of our market areas and focuses on delivering the best equipment, materials and services to our organizations.
Individuals with experience in an engineering and/or construction related role preferred, as well as basic contracts review/development/negotiation experience is desired. We’re looking for a team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives. Someone that is detail-oriented, highly motivated with ability to effectively manage time. If you would like to own a process and make a significant impact as we continue to grow Kiewit Supply Network, this is the opportunity for you!
District Overview
Kiewit Supply Network group specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; and mining. Our key objectives are to offer clients a world-class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer an appropriate level of quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations.
Location
This position is based out of one of our district offices in Ingleside Texas. (This is not a remote or hybrid position).
Responsibilities
Develop contracts, using our Ineight ERP system. Prepare/issue Request for Proposals (RFP’s) and evaluate vendor/subcontractor proposals to identify vendors/subcontractors who meet project constraints of budget and schedule at the estimating, execution and site purchasing levels.
Once Vendors are identified, draft/develop and manage material and vendor subcontracts for your assigned project(s). Review T's and C's of contracts with legal to ensure contracts meet our client/project requirements. Interface with Engineering and/or construction teams to provide insight about status of cost, quality and schedule for materials/equipment for your assigned project(s).
Negotiate with vendors to purchase the highest quality materials at the lowest possible cost in correct amounts per specifications and drawings. Manage the vendor contracts, change orders and payment facilitation process for your materials/equipment/services that you support for your projects.
Confer with staff, users and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
Leverage vendors/subcontractors across multiple procurements to create cost savings to projects.
Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities and the supplier’s reputation and history.
Monitor shipments to ensure goods come in on time and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
Assist in the development of company-wide procurement templates.
Assist in negotiating high-risk contracts for various projects.
Work to resolve escalated, complex, or disputed contract issues.
Develop and maintain vendor relationships and manage supplier-specific vendor template negotiations.
Support procurement staff meetings and provide legal communication to the team as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management or related field with at least two years of experience in contracts management/negotiation. If no degree, must have a minimum of 4 years in contracts management/negotiation and drafting for the procurement of materials/equipment and/or subcontractor services.
Prefer experience in construction, engineering or industrial/manufacturing performing contracts and other related supply chain functions like change order management, invoice management and general procurement function execution. Experience with Oil and Gas/petrochemical supply chain contracts preferred.
Minimum of 2 years' negotiation experience with material, equipment or subcontractor services is required.
Thorough understanding of all areas of procurement is desirable, including procurement execution, estimating, expediting, and site purchasing.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel) and general knowledge of database utilization
SAP Experience a plus. InEight Software experience (or similar ERP system) highly desired
Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Other Requirements:
Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Company: Kiewit