Sr. Purchasing Specialist
Bechtel
Manage project purchasing docs, negotiations, PO issuance, and supplier compliance.
16 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Knoxville, TN, 37923, US
Onsite
Company Size
38,000+ worldwide Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
and more
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Energy
and more
Role
What you would be doing
contract review
bidder list
purchase orders
negotiations
pro-forma docs
- Reviews international project commercial conditions of purchasing to ensure purchasing pro-forma terms, conditions and procedures are compatible with applicable Bechtel Directives, Instructions and Supply Chain Governance
- 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
- Directs negotiations in the commitment of purchases, following review and approval of the proposed negotiating plan by the designated supervisor
- By reviewing the prime contract requirements, develops and prepares project master purchases pro-forma forms, including legal and commercial terms and conditions to be included in purchase documents on project commitments
What you bring
purchasing
negotiations
procurement
pricing
supply chain
communication
- Knowledge and experience in purchasing complex material and equipment and capable of leading in negotiations.
- Basic knowledge of procurement requirements, policies and practices.
- Specialized courses or experience in pricing, supply chain, negotiations, accounting, or other relevant subjects.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
- Relocation Authorized: National - Family
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Company
Overview
Since 1898
Year Established
The company was founded over a century ago.
$17.6B
Annual Revenue
Reported revenue generated in 2022.
160+
Countries Operated
Operates in over 160 countries worldwide.
- Operates across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, nuclear, security and environmental, oil, gas, chemicals, mining, and metals, as well as manufacturing, battery production and technology.
- Significant presence in North America, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.
Focus on challenging projects
Challenging Projects
The company prioritizes tackling difficult challenges and making customers' ambitious goals a reality.
Integrity and ethics
Ethical Standards
The company emphasizes the highest level of integrity and ethics in their operations and projects.
Safety and well-being
Safety Culture
Safety and the well-being of employees are prioritized, and respect for each other is emphasized.
Diversity and belonging
Inclusive Environment
The company fosters a deep sense of belonging by embracing diversity and seeking diverse views.
Trust and accountability
Trustworthy Relationships
Long-term relationships are built on trust, accountability, and delivering excellence.
Net zero by 2050
Sustainability Target
Committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050.
- Created Bechtel.org in 2019, a social enterprise focusing on sustainable and inclusive development projects worldwide.
- Addresses global challenges such as access to clean water, renewable energy, and resilient infrastructure.
24% women
Workforce Composition
Highlights the percentage of women in the company's employee base, showcasing diversity in gender representation.
- Supports various communities within its workforce through Business Resource Groups (BRGs) such as B-BOLD (Supporting the Black Community), B-FAMILIA (Supporting the Latinx Community), B-PRO (Supporting Professional Development), B-PROUD (Supporting the LGBTQIA+ Community), BSERV (Supporting Veterans), Women@Bechtel (Supporting Female Colleagues), B-InspirAsian (Supporting the Asian Community), and Boundless@Bechtel (Supporting Disability Inclusion).
- Launched programs to support underrepresented groups in STEM fields, including partnerships with organizations like the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE).
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