Sr. Manager – Procurement and Materials

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:

• We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
• We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
• We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
• We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
• We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.

At KBR, We Deliver.

KBR is looking for a Sr. Manager – Procurement and Materials, to help support the team on major projects.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Manages the entire Procurement scope, including directing and coordinating Commodity Buyers, Expediting, Logistics, Inspection and Material Management on an assigned project and/or FEED
• Is responsible for all deliverables such as project specific terms and conditions, man-hour estimates, staffing plans, procedures
• Establishes project procurement procedures to ensure deliverables meet the individual client and project requirements
• Responsible for appropriate executed Procurement in terms of: safety, compliance to rules and regulations, quality, schedule and budget
• Identifies problems and coordinates with the project procurement team to correct
• Proactively manages changes
• Ensures effective communications among project disciplines
• Works closely with Engineering
• Assures that problems are reported timely to the Project and Senior Procurement Management
• Reviews project status with clients, management and project leads
• Reports and communicate actively with Senior Procurement Management

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, preferably in Supply Chain Management.
• Proven track record in cost reduction programs.
• Ability to work in a complex schedule driven work environment.
• Procurement experience in “lump-sum” and “reimbursable” business
• Willingness to travel worldwide on short notice.
• Experience in working with Suppliers from China, India, Korea and other best cost countries.
• Typically has 10-15+ years of domestic and international experience as a Project Procurement Manager in a global EPC company executing contracts in key industries, such as oil and gas, LNG, petrochemical, and chemical with typical procurement experience ranging from 20-25+ years.
• Experience working international assignments.
• Experience as a Project Procurement Manager in a PMC capacity overseeing execution of multiple EPC contractors on behalf of clients.
• Experience in purchasing or subcontracts, including bid, evaluate, award cycle, execution of agreements, execution of changes, price and schedule negotiations, and commercial strategy.
• Experience establishing Program Leveraged Agreements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills in order to flow goals and directives and effectively communicate commercial solutions and concepts to procurement personnel and non-procurement personnel
• Experience with e-procurement tools, such as e-bidding or e-auctions
• Computer proficiency as well as advanced skills in MS Office products.
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record in cost reduction and control.
• BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

Preferred Education & Skills:

• Experience on Saudi Aramco Projects.

Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability

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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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver – Together.

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