Requisition ID: 300388- Relocation Authorized: None
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Clay, NY
- Salary Range: $91,000 - $138,800 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)
Project Overview:Bechtel's Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing, building and commissioning a semiconductor fabrication facility in Clay, NY. Bechtel's Infrastructure & Power Business Unit is expected to self-perform portions of the project's infrastructure scope.
Job Summary:The Field Buyer for Infrastructure will support the formation and administration of purchase orders for the project. Responsibilities include communicating with suppliers and Bechtel personnel to clearly define requirements and ensure compliance with purchase order terms and conditions. The role also includes prequalifying bidders, preparing bidder lists and solicitations, analyzing bids, preparing purchase order commitments, administering purchase orders, and expediting materials and equipment to support project needs.
Major Responsibilities:- Prepares bidder lists and prequalifies bidders.
- Coordinates with Engineering to support the preparation of material requisitions and ensure requirements are sufficiently defined for procurement.
- Prepares bid packages, issues bid requests, coordinates bidder questions, and receives bids.
- Prepares commercial bid summaries and award recommendations.
- Communicates with suppliers and Bechtel personnel to clearly define requirements and ensure compliance with purchase order terms and conditions.
- Identifies and defines purchase order changes and obtains agreement from the appropriate parties.
- Prepares and processes purchase order revisions, including documenting the scope and associated cost and schedule impacts.
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 in lieu of a degree.
Required Knowledge and Skills:- Working knowledge of procurement processes, including bidder prequalification, bid solicitation, commercial bid evaluation, award recommendation, and purchase order formation.
- Ability to prepare and maintain purchase orders, procurement files, correspondence, status reports, and other procurement documentation.
- Ability to obtain required approvals and make purchase order commitments in accordance with established procedures and delegated authority.
- Ability to monitor supplier performance and coordinate with Engineering and other project functions to ensure compliance with purchase order requirements.
- Ability to identify performance issues and coordinate timely follow-up with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to review, analyze, and distribute supplier reports required by the purchase order or contract.
- Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, analytical, and commercial negotiation skills.
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 Bechtel Total Rewards
At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components 
