Sr. Purchasing Specialist

This position is part-time telework and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project in Houston, TX.

About the Role

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 serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets, striving to exceed customer objectives through agility, innovative technologies, and world-class talent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare project master purchasing pro-forma forms, including legal and commercial terms and conditions, by reviewing prime contract requirements.
• Prepare, maintain, and monitor project bidder’s lists, ensuring input from all procurement functions and other operational groups.
• Form, issue, and administer purchase orders.
• Participate in negotiations for purchase commitments following review and approval of the proposed negotiating plan.
• Ensure compliance with purchase order requirements and achieve required service to meet project needs.
• Lead the development of purchasing procedures, planning, and forecasting of purchasing staff.
• Provide early warning to project management of supplier deficiencies or schedule slippage.
• Interpret schedules to ensure they are realistic, activities occur on time, and interface between activities is maintained.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in the formation and administration of purchase orders.
• Proficiency in all phases of procurement, including bidder prequalification, preparation of bidders’ lists, bid requests, negotiation of terms, and award of commitments.
• Knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code or applicable commercial legislation.
• Experience in commitment administration, monitoring supplier performance, back-charge procedures, and resolution of claims and disputes.
• Good understanding of equipment and material fabrication steps and methods.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to work effectively with other project functional groups.
• Knowledge and experience using the Digital Supply Chain System, Engineering tools, and other project data systems.

Benefits

Bechtel offers robust benefits to support employees, including career advancement, cultural programs, and work-life balance initiatives. Benefits are designed to help employees thrive and build a legacy of sustainable growth.