Senior Purchasing Specialist

Job Summary : Located at various Bechtel permanent office locations, performs tasks involved in the formation and administration of purchase orders. Communicates with suppliers and personnel within Bechtel to establish clear definition of requirements, and to assure performance to purchase order terms and conditions. Prepares bidder pre-qualification, bidder lists, bid solicitation, bid analysis, makes commitments and administers purchase orders. Major Responsibilities: Reports to: Purchasing Supervisor / Project Field Procurement Manager Supervises: May guide and train purchasing/expediting staff Contacts: Works with Supply Chain, bidders, and suppliers Purchase Order Management: Form, administer, and expedite orders from development to closure Compliance: Follow sourcing strategy, Approved Manufacturers List, and tariff/quota considerations Documentation: Prepare prequalifications, bidder lists, negotiation plans, solicitations, analyses, and commitments Approvals: Secure necessary approvals before commitments Scheduling & Delivery: Coordinate priorities and delivery dates with planning and field teams Supplier Coordination: Obtain engineering data, monitor progress, and manage subsupplier expediting Quality Assurance: Collaborate with supplier quality representatives Meetings & Reporting: Attend project status meetings, issue minutes, track actions, and report status Supplier Relationships: Support key suppliers and oversee performance Records Management: Maintain integrity of purchase order records Education and Experience Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in engineering from a reputed University. Post-graduate specialization in Supply Chain Management preferred. 10+ years of industry experience including minimum 3 years in both purchasing and expediting functions. Ability to source items of moderate complexity. Broad knowledge and related sourcing experience and may participate in negotiations under direction of others. Required Knowledge and Skills: Proficiency and experience in the formation, administration and expediting of purchase orders. Proficiency in all phases of procurement including knowledge of and skill in communicating effectively with suppliers, bidder prequalification, preparation of bidders’ lists, compilation of bid requests, knowledge of Uniform Commercial Code or applicable commercial legislation, negotiation of contracted terms and conditions, and award of commitments. Proficiency in the administration of commitments, monitoring supplier performance, back-charge procedures and the resolution of claims and disputes. Good understanding of equipment and material fabrication steps and methods. Skilled in working with, and communicating effectively both orally and in writing with other project functional groups. Capable of providing early warning to the Project Management of supplier deficiencies or schedule slippage. Capable of interpreting schedules to ensure they are realistic, that required activities occur on time, and that interface between activities is maintained. Total Rewards/Benefits: 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 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. 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