Title:Senior Expeditor
KBR is looking for a Buyer to purchase building materials and ensures that the correct materials arrive at the job site according to scheduled delivery through the production cycle. Monitor client changes and informs management of supply status. Under general supervision, and occasional direct supervision, performs assignments requiring experience and knowledge of standard concepts within their field. Displays core job competencies by analyzing possible solutions using standard procedures while developing advanced skills.
Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Administer, monitor, and track major equipment, minor equipment, and bulk material procurements to ensure compliance with purchase order terms, conditions, and project schedules.
- Expedite supplier deliverables and engineering data to ensure timely submission, review, and return of documents required to maintain project schedules.
- Coordinate and conduct meetings with project teams, engineering personnel, and suppliers to review procurement and expediting progress.
- Maintain detailed procurement files, records, and documentation for all assigned purchase orders.
- Update and maintain expediting status reports and procurement tracking systems to provide accurate project visibility and reporting.
- Utilize Integrated Project Management System (IPMS) and Documentum to monitor, track, and manage supplier data, drawings, and document workflows.
- Collaborate with construction teams to resolve overages, shortages, damaged materials, and quarantined equipment issues.
- Support Accounts Payable by verifying contractual milestones and delivery requirements have been achieved prior to invoice payment processing.
- Monitor supplier performance and proactively identify potential schedule risks, delays, or documentation issues.
- Ensure accurate communication and coordination among suppliers, engineering, construction, and project controls teams throughout the procurement lifecycle.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
- LNG EPC experience required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to effectively manage procurement, expediting, and project documentation.
- Facilitate and lead regular project meetings and conference calls with project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to communicate status, resolve issues, and maintain project schedules.
- Monitor client-driven changes and provide timely updates to management regarding supply chain status, procurement progress, and potential impacts to project execution.
- Analyze and resolve complex procurement and expediting challenges using industry best practices and established EPC methodologies.
- Leverage experience and problem-solving skills to identify process improvement opportunities and enhance procurement and expediting workflows.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to less experienced team members as needed.
- Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on procurement priorities, delivery schedules, and project requirements.
- Maintain a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation related to supplier performance, material delivery, and project schedule commitments.
- Apply extensive knowledge of EPC procurement and expediting practices to support successful project execution.
- Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, with 5+ years of EPC expediting experience or related industry experience.
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KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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