Procurement Specialist jobs in Fargo, ND

Overview

The Director of Procurement and Technical Services is responsible for the planning and management of all activities involved in sourcing and procurement, logistics, engineering and technical support services management activities. Specifically, managing and maintaining supplier relationships and functioning as a liaison between suppliers and internal customers, ensuring continuous improvement of the related processes, systems and total cost, driving improvements in department performance including cost reductions, inventory consolidation and improved supplier quality performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and actively participate in Leadership Training
• Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives
• Participate in the implementation of strategic business plans
• Manage capital requests and group’s budget
• Develop performance measures that support the company's strategic direction
• Develop and continuously improve all standard operating procedures, systems and processes for the department necessary to professionalize procurement and technical services management within the Company based on industry standards and best practices
• Promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures
• Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders for procurement and technical services activities, maintaining clear lines of sight for such stakeholders and the services provided by the department
• Review, analyze and monitor vendor/subcontractor quotes and bids
• Negotiate supplier and vendor contracts and service agreements
• Oversee purchasing sources for services, equipment and supplies
• Plan and direct policies and procedures for purchasing goods and services
• Maintain updated knowledge of market status and current rates for goods and services
• Purchase all material components as directed by Estimating department
• Ensure that every project within the region has, utilizes, and maintains a Procurement Status Report PSR in applicable systems
• Negotiate and award contracts to respective subcontractors
• Establish “Job Timing” with all subcontractors at the time of contract award
• Establish delivery dates for all equipment and materials in accordance with the schedule
• Compile all necessary information to create an operations and maintenance manual/file which will include subcon- tractor list with contacts and phone numbers, warranties and operation instructions for all components in the budget
• Review subcontractor’s application for payment based on percent complete and approve or adjust
• Approve material and subcontract invoices for payment
• Analyze market and delivery systems in order to assess present and future material availability.
• Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.
• Issue change orders to subcontractors
• Ensures contract documents are issued correctly and on schedule
• Manages the establishment and/or monitoring of procurement goals
• Develops new supply sources where vendors are inadequate
• Maintain knowledge of all market conditions that may impact the company and advise of trends and the potential impacts
• Work collaboratively with management to coordinate supplier selection, credit and terms, track supplier performance standards, and conduct ongoing evaluation
• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment
• Manage all engineering, engineering services, and technical services in support of project operations in accordance with required project schedules and scopes
• Maintain a professional appearance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and minimum of 15 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward Company’s Zero Injury principles
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Can work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards
• Knowledge of offerings (solutions, products, and services)
• Excellent collaboration and written/verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft word, excel, power point, outlook and system databases
• Excellent knowledge of contract administration and procurement practices
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Ability to interact with all levels within the organization, client, subcontractors and suppliers to provide information necessary to obtain and complete a project

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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