ResponsibilitiesWe are currently seeking a Procurement Specialist!
Essential duties and responsibilities for the Procurement Specialist include, but are not limited to:
- Manage and administer the subcontract life cycle process for assigned projects
- Support S&L clients in their procurement processes
- Draft, assemble and issue request for proposal (RFP) packages to suppliers / subcontractors
- Negotiate and finalize terms and conditions, including those related to indemnities, warranties, liabilities, pricing, schedule, etc.
- Create purchase orders in Client or S&L's internal vendor management systems
- Track material orders, deliveries in vendor management systems
- Expedite suppliers / subcontractors / engineering input, as appropriate
- Coordinate and work closely with engineering project managers, suppliers, contractors, subcontractors and client personnel
- Assist in evaluation of proposals from suppliers / subcontractors
- Perform risk assessments on potential and existing subcontracts
- Monitor and evaluate contract performance
- Record keeping / document control with audit involvement
- Processing vendor invoices for payment
This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with the expectation of 3 days in our Chicago, IL office and 2 days working remotely from home.
QualificationsEssential skills and experience:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement and/or contract administration
- Strong written, verbal, & people communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with project managers, engineers, clients, suppliers and contractors as necessary
- MS Office Suite proficiency
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Power industry experience supporting large power generation, substation or transmission line projects
- Nuclear power industry experience preferred
- CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) and/or C.P.M (Certified Purchasing Manager) designation
- Experience with Workday and MS Outlook
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.Technology & InnovationSargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work.
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
Compensation Range$75,210.00 - $115,210.00
Transparency StatementSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.
