Procurement Expeditor

Company Description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,600 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

Job Description

Lead coordinator of suppliers from point of material order to field receipt in support of overall project delivery requirements.  If needed, the investigation, analysis, and interview of potential suppliers to determine manufacturing limitations, facilities capabilities, equipment availabilities, quality standards and experience will be executed. Fulfillment of purchasing recommendations for project procurement as needed. Maintenance of tracking reports and procurement information relating to equipment is required to ensure on-time delivery and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Be the key procurement interface with the supplier once purchase order or contract is issued
• Assist in the development of procurement strategies for equipment suppliers including sub-tiers
• Assist in the preparation of purchase orders, subcontracts, and subconsultant agreements
• Confer with suppliers to obtain product or service information including price, availability, and delivery
• Work with suppliers to expedite orders and ensure timely delivery
• Access and evaluate customer purchase order expectations prior to acceptance to ensure expectations can be meet.
• Manage and facilitate correspondence with both organizational customers and sub-tier suppliers regarding order confirmations, order modification, cancellations, order status, shipment and delivery updates.
• Interface with Construction/Field Teams to coordinate equipment delivery dates, methods and necessary equipment
• Works directly with cost control and accounting departments to help resolve invoice issues and payment discrepancies
• Maintain accuracy and appropriateness of order confirmations and shipments through regular communication with suppliers
• Demonstrate understanding of incoterms and coordinate with third party logistics supplier as necessary
• Coordinate with design and cost control groups to manage submittals and change orders, and align PO deliverables accordingly
• Ensure submittal dates are met for both vendor and CRB Engineering
• Review invoices for compliance with terms and acceptable supplier deliverables/milestones
• Ensures all Suppliers receive Project-specific Packing, Marking, and Handling Instructions.
• Provide on-site receiving for projects as needed
• Assist in asset management and turnover package development
• Assist Construction/Field Teams with Equipment FAT, SAT and Startup Activities
• Consult with internal resources concerning tax, insurance, and liability issues
• Prepare status reports, letters, and other documentation pertaining to procurement activities for distribution to project teams
• Participate in design meetings to ensure equipment selections will meet the schedule and budget for the project.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, or relevant experience
• 4-7 years of experience in equipment purchasing and expediting
• Basic understanding of equipment manufacturing and construction is a plus
• Detailed-oriented with strong communication skills
• Excel and Word software experience

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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