Supply Chain Specialist - Kiewit Supply Network

Kiewit•Lenexa, KS

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About The Position

The Supply Chain Specialist purchases materials for Kiewit Supply Network, aiming to obtain the highest quality at the lowest possible cost. The role negotiates, renegotiates, and administers supplier and vendor contracts, and supports procurement for construction and engineering projects. The position is based in the Lenexa, Kansas office or at project sites across the United States, and candidates must be open to travel and relocation as work and career needs change.

Requirements

Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
General knowledge of database utilization.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work as a team member and independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
Motivation, initiative, strong work ethic, commitment to ethics and integrity, and a passion for safety.
Regular, reliable attendance and ability to work during normal operating hours and complete work within deadlines.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
Ability to work at various locations where conditions may vary.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
0–3 years of experience in an engineering and/or construction-related role.
Basic knowledge of procurement, including procurement execution, estimating, expediting, offsite supplier quality, and site purchasing.
SAP experience.

Responsibilities

Negotiate, renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors, and other representatives.
Purchase materials at the lowest possible cost while meeting quality requirements, quantities, specifications, and drawings.
Maintain and review computerized or manual records of purchases, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories.
Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and reputation and history.
Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and identify needs for changes.
Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
Work productively, meet deadlines, and communicate and interact professionally with supervisors, employees, and others.
Perform work safely and follow oral and written instructions, warning signs, equipment-use requirements, and other policies.