Senior Purchasing Specialist

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Work Locations India Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects 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 They are what we believe what customers can expect and how we deliver Learn more about our in our Bechtel s India offices support the execution of projects and services around the world Working seamlessly with Bechtel s global business units project sites customers and suppliers our teams have delivered more than 125 projects since 1994 With offices in Gurgaon Vadodara and Chennai there are exciting career opportunities for candidates who are passionate about delivering projects that make a lasting meaningful difference for people and communities around the world 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 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