Expeditor

KBR•Houston, TX

About The Position

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides solutions across the asset life cycle, including licensed process technologies, advisory services, technical expertise, energy transition solutions, design capabilities, and solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. The Expeditor works under general supervision, with occasional direct supervision, and performs assignments requiring experience and knowledge of standard concepts in the field. The role applies standard procedures to analyze possible solutions while developing advanced skills. The position administers, monitors, and tracks equipment and bulk-material procurements; expedites supplier deliverables and engineering data; coordinates with project teams, engineering, suppliers, construction, and project controls; and maintains procurement records and status reporting. It uses the Integrated Project Management System (IPMS) and Documentum to track supplier data, drawings, and document workflows. The Expeditor also supports invoice processing by verifying contractual milestones and delivery requirements, monitors supplier performance and schedule risks, and communicates supply-chain status and potential impacts to management. The posting additionally describes responsibilities for facilitating project meetings, resolving complex expediting issues, identifying process improvements, and supporting less experienced team members. The posting refers in one sentence to KBR looking for a Buyer who purchases building materials, but the listed role title and detailed responsibilities are for an Expeditor.

Requirements

LNG EPC experience.
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years of EPC expediting experience or related industry experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, to manage procurement, expediting, and project documentation.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and coordinate procurement priorities, delivery schedules, and project requirements.

Responsibilities

Administer, monitor, and track major equipment, minor equipment, and bulk-material procurements for compliance with purchase-order terms, conditions, and project schedules.
Expedite supplier deliverables and engineering data to support timely submission, review, and return of documents required to maintain project schedules.
Coordinate and conduct meetings with project teams, engineering personnel, and suppliers to review procurement and expediting progress.
Facilitate and lead regular project meetings and conference calls with project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to communicate status, resolve issues, and maintain schedules.
Maintain detailed procurement files, records, and documentation for assigned purchase orders.
Update and maintain expediting status reports and procurement tracking systems.
Use IPMS and Documentum to monitor, track, and manage supplier data, drawings, and document workflows.
Collaborate with construction teams to resolve overages, shortages, damaged materials, and quarantined equipment issues.
Support Accounts Payable by verifying contractual milestones and delivery requirements before invoice payment processing.
Monitor supplier performance and proactively identify potential schedule risks, delays, or documentation issues.
Coordinate communication among suppliers, engineering, construction, and project controls throughout the procurement lifecycle.
Monitor client-driven changes and provide management with timely updates about supply-chain status, procurement progress, and potential impacts to project execution.
Analyze and resolve procurement and expediting challenges using industry best practices and established EPC methodologies.
Identify opportunities to improve procurement and expediting workflows.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to less experienced team members as needed.
Maintain a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation relating to supplier performance, material delivery, and project schedule commitments.
Apply EPC procurement and expediting practices to support project execution.