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Supply Chain Specialist- Buyer-Idaho Falls-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit, Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States, 83401

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Supply Chain Specialist- Buyer-Idaho Falls-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Location: Idaho Falls, ID, US

Requisition ID:

178993

Job Level:

Entry Level

Home District/Group:

DHO Kiewit Supply Network

Department:

Supply Chain Management

Market:

Nuclear

Employment Type:

Full Time

Position Overview Would you like to purchase the highest quality materials at the lowest possible cost for Kiewit Supply Network? What about negotiate, renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives? Individuals with experience in an engineering and/or construction related role as well as basic procurement experience is desired, but not required. We’re looking for a team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives. Someone that is detail-oriented, highly motivated with ability to effectively manage time will do well in this position.

District Overview Kiewit Supply Network group specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; and mining. Our key objectives are to offer clients a world‑class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer an appropriate level of quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations.

Location This role will be located in Idaho Falls/Scoville, ID. This position may require working between our project site location in Scoville, ID and our office in Idaho Falls, ID.

Responsibilities

Negotiate, renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives

Purchase the highest quality materials at the lowest possible cost in correct amounts per specifications and drawings

Maintain and review computerized or manual records of items purchased, costs, deliveries, product performance and inventories

Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities and the supplier’s reputation and history

Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and determine needs for changes

Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services

Qualifications

Ability to travel between ID locations.

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, supply chain management, construction management or related degree preferred

5-10+ years’ experience in an engineering and/or construction related role preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel)

General knowledge of database utilization

SAP Experience a plus

Basic knowledge of all areas of procurement, including procurement execution, estimating, expediting, offsite supplier quality and site purchasing preferred

Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative

Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time

Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrityPassion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives

Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

Other Requirements:

Work productively and meet deadlines timely

Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $84,000/yr – $88,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit.

Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will

positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to

expand your expertise

through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a

comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.

From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.

We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

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