Senior Procurement Specialist
Bechtel Corporation
Date: 13 hours ago
City: Brisbane, Queensland
Contract type: Full time
Requisition ID: 285399
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .
Project Overview
Bechtel has been selected to enter into an exclusive Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phase on a number of landmark Australian Energy projects to provide a detailed and robust design to support a comprehensive project estimate and schedule. Following the submission of the ECI, the intent will be to move into an EPC phase of the projects whereby Bechtel will complete the detailed design and execute the construction of the projects.
Job Summary
In this role, you will be responsible for the major material procurement for a major wind farm project in Australia. As part of this role you will lead negotiations, solve problems, and communicate with suppliers to ensure compliance with purchase order requirements and achieve the required service to meet project needs. This role may require limited travel on the east coast of Australia.
Major Responsibilities
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [email protected]
- Relocation Authorized: None
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Brisbane, QLD
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .
Project Overview
Bechtel has been selected to enter into an exclusive Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phase on a number of landmark Australian Energy projects to provide a detailed and robust design to support a comprehensive project estimate and schedule. Following the submission of the ECI, the intent will be to move into an EPC phase of the projects whereby Bechtel will complete the detailed design and execute the construction of the projects.
Job Summary
In this role, you will be responsible for the major material procurement for a major wind farm project in Australia. As part of this role you will lead negotiations, solve problems, and communicate with suppliers to ensure compliance with purchase order requirements and achieve the required service to meet project needs. This role may require limited travel on the east coast of Australia.
Major Responsibilities
- Prepare, maintain, and monitor project bidder’s lists, ensuring input is received from all procurement functions and other operational groups
- Develops procurement strategy documents in conjunction with other project stakeholders
- Communicate with Engineering to assist and/or guide them in the preparation of material requisitions
- Directs negotiations in the commitment of purchases, following review and approval of the proposed negotiating plan
- Forms, issues, and administers purchase orders
- Communicates with suppliers to achieve required service and meets project needs
- Prepares and organises assigned Procurement sponsored meetings
- Contributes to the development and delivery of training to other purchasing personnel regarding all aspects of formation and administration of purchasing forms, procedures, and buying goods
- Collaborates with project Procurement team when instructed in solving and attending to administrative problems on commitments involving high monetary expenditure or risk, engineered technical specifications or supplemental commercial conditions
- Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience
- Experience with major civil and electrical material procurements
- Ability to negotiate prices, delivery schedules, and contract terms with suppliers to get the best value for the company while maintaining strong relationships.
- Ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment, ensuring procurement activities do not delay overall project progress, while working without supervision.
- Knowledge of wind farm project execution is preferred
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [email protected]
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