Lead Buyer/Expediter

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Project Overview:

Several combined cycle power projects are currently planned to be developed and executed by Bechtel over the next 5-10 years. During the development phase of these projects, teams will be organized to support multiple projects concurrently.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will oversee the development and preparation of purchasing commercial pro-forma forms, including legal and commercial terms and conditions. You will lead the development of purchasing procedures, planning, and forecasting of purchasing staff. You will direct negotiations, solve problems, and communicate with suppliers to ensure compliance with purchase order requirements and achieve the required service to meet project needs.

Note: This position will start in Reston, later will need to mobilize to the field.

Major Responsibilities:

• Supports the development of project master purchases pro-forma forms, including legal and commercial terms and conditions to be included in purchase documents for project commitments
• Prepares, maintains, and monitors project bidder’s lists, ensuring input is received from all procurement functions and other operational groups
• Forms, issues, and administers purchase orders Participates in the negotiations in the commitment of purchases, following review and approval of the proposed negotiating plan by the designated supervisor

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience in purchasing, contract drafting (with legal support as required), administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling.
• Working knowledge purchase order administration, home office and field procedures and documents relating to a multi-discipline construction projects.
• General knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting, purchasing, and material management practices, applicable government and commercial regulations and practices, and industry policies, procedures and work practices
• Possesses experience and knowledge of project purchasing and PO administration activities

Total Rewards/Benefits:

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