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Supply Chain BESS PPM

Black & Veatch, Overland Park, KS, United States


Title:

Suply Chain BESS PPM

Opportunity

Perform assigned procurement activities for a proposal(s) or project(s)

Lead others with procurement responsibilities while requiring minimal supervision

Key Responsibilities

Purchases assigned equipment, construction, and service contracts for projects following established policies and procedures

Assists in project setup of procurement related activities

Executes and manages the procurement process on assigned contracts including bid list preparation, solicitation of quotes, and evaluating, negotiating and awarding of contracts

Leads negotiations for assigned procurements and/or construction contracts

Collaborates to resolve complex claims or other contract issues

Ensures contract documents are issued correctly and on schedule

Assists with the development and monitoring of project budgets and schedules (man‑hours, cost, procurement milestone durations)

Assists with the establishment and/or monitoring of procurement goals

Monitors project procurement activities and reports status

May develop, create and lead presentations to internal and external client and joint venture partners

May be responsible for soliciting budgetary pricing for equipment, material, or labor to support estimating/proposal efforts for a project or projects

May also lead and coordinate the entire budgetary pricing effort on a project or projects

Files appropriate documents and follows filing rules

List possible positions receiving direction:

Procurement Representative

Procurement Coordinator

Field Procurement

Expediter

Management Responsibilities
Acts in capacity of a "lead person." Does not have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction.

Preferred Qualifications

BA or BS degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Technical / Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred

Years of relevant experience can substitute for a degree

Preferred Skills

Proficient Analytics - Creation and Interpretation

Strong Attention to Detail

Proficient Budget Development and Management

Strong Communication - Written and Oral

Strong Computer Skills - Databases and MS Office

Strong Contract Comprehension . Strong Data Entry

Proficient Mathematics

Strong Organizational Skills

Proficient Presentation Skills

Strong Problem Solving

Proficient Process and Technical Writing

Proficient Project Process Management

Proficient Schedule and Planning Understanding

Basic Training Development

Basic Workflow and Team Management

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience

All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Travel may be required

Salary Plan
PCR: Procurement

Job Grade
016

Benefits
Competitive compensation, 401k match, and benefits that start day one. Health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as disability coverage and a comprehensive wellness program are included. Paid vacation, holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time are provided. Additional benefits include tuition and vendor reimbursement, employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and a credit union membership. Employees are eligible for performance‑based bonuses.

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