Associate Specialist, Procurement

KBR, Inc. • Houston, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Associate Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of goods, services, and supplies, ensuring that negotiations with suppliers result in favorable terms and volume discounts. You will take ownership of purchases, address issues such as defects and delivery delays, and negotiate refunds as needed. Your coordination with internal teams such as operations, maintenance, and engineering will ensure the timely and efficient movement of goods. This role requires experience in procurement processes, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while adhering to company policies and standards. This position offers a hybrid work environment, providing a mix of in-office and remote workdays as well as continued opportunity for growth. This position will be onsite in Houston, with a hybrid schedule of 2 days in the office and 2-3 days working remote per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience in negotiating and managing supplier contracts.
• Basic understanding of procurement policies, practices, and industry standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Deltek (CostPoint) or similar procurement software.
• Familiarity with Federal Government contracts or subcontract processes.
• Knowledge of commercial or defense procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with suppliers for goods, services, and supplies.
• Ensure the timely procurement of goods in alignment with business requirements and customer-related processes.
• Address and resolve defects and delivery issues with suppliers, managing the negotiation of refunds and replacement orders.
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, maintenance, warehouse, and engineering) to ensure proper scheduling, movement, and receipt of goods and supplies.
• Review supplier performance, monitor contract compliance, and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain detailed records of procurement activities, including contracts, orders, and correspondence.
• Analyze market trends and provide recommendations for improving procurement strategies.
• Assist in preparing procurement reports and data analysis to inform decision-making.
• Support the preparation of procurement forecasts and planning activities.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees