Requisition ID: 180986
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: DHO Kiewit Supply Network
Department: Supply Chain Management
Market: OGC
Employment Type: Full Time
Position OverviewWe are looking for an experienced Expediting Manager, this position supports Kiewit and projects by expediting supplier's deliverables. The Expediting Managers primary responsibility is to perform desk expediting tasks in order to ensure purchased materials and engineered equipment meet project need-by dates and schedules per the Contract. The expeditor will actively monitor the status of the orders and report delay early to project management to initiate mitigating actions. You will provide leadership and management for procurement of engineered equipment, commodities, permanent plant materials and supplies. This position manages expeditors, and site purchasing agents, interfacing with engineering management, estimating management and site management.
LocationThis position is based out of Houston, TX.
Responsibilities- Manage relations supplier frequently to obtain timely submission of engineering data
- Coordinate timely responses of inhouse engineering
- Manage supplier progress to ensure materials and equipment purchased is delivered on time
- Proactive surveillance of supplier progress
- Read and understand fabrication schedules
- To take the appropriate action with the supplier in the event of delays
- Communicate and coordinate closely with the Project to ensure the most cost-effective use of time
- To act as the project's representative at the suppliers' shop for expediting purposes
- To produce accurate records on physical progress at suppliers' shop
- To monitor the performance of the supplier's sub-suppliers and advise on the need to assist the supplier to expedite primary sub-supplier or those providing components
- Represents Expediting in project meetings
- Keeps expected dates up-to-date in the expediting system
- Participate in kick-off and progress meetings
- Coordinate with the responsible engineering, buyers, inspectors, logistics and material control
Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, engineering, supply chain management, or equivalent degree
• A minimum of 15 years' experience in supply chain - preferably within Engineering/Construction.
• Must have experience as an expediting manager - Supply Chain for EPC projects. Experience with Supply Chain for OGC market with a proven track record of successfully executed projects strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of equipment and materials common in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects.
• Detail-oriented, flexible and highly motivated with a strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
• Effective time management and organizational skills with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Team player with the ability to also work independently to meet fixed deadlines, goals and objectives.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
