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Supply Chain Specialist 3 - Kiewit Supply Network 1

Kiewit • Lenexa, KS • 2h ago

Requisition ID: 177735

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: DHO Kiewit Supply Network

Department: Supply Chain Management

Market: Corporate Home Office

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Supply Chain Specialist 3 provides negotiation, training, and high-risk/legal-related support for project procurement and administration activities for Kiewit Corp. In this role, you will interface with the Project Supply Chain Managers, Supply Chain Specialist, Project Managers, Legal Counsel, Supply Chain Directors, and Sponsors for escalated issues.

Individuals with experience in an engineering and/or construction related role as well as basic procurement experience is desired, but not required. 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 could be located in Lenexa, KS or Lone Tree, CO

Responsibilities

Support supply chain with identification of mandatory and recommended prime contract flow-down clauses for incorporation into vendor contract templates, and work with Supply Chain Managers to develop/review project-specific templates.

Purchase the highest quality materials at the lowest possible cost in correct amounts per specifications and drawings.

Confer with staff, users and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or service 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.

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.

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.

Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or upper management.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management or related OR relevant experience

Minimum of 5 years' experience in an Engineering and/or Construction related role (required)

Minimum of 3 years' negotiation experience (preferred)

Experience and understanding of Contracts

Thorough understanding of all areas of procurement is desirable, including procurement execution, estimating, expediting, offsite supplier quality and site purchasing

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel)

General knowledge of database utilization

SAP Experience a plus

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

Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity

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.

Base Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: -

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Kiewit

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