MANAGER I PROCUREMENT

Company: Zachry Group
Location: Sabine Pass, TX 77655

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Job Description:
Zachry is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager for our new construction Golden Pass LNG project in Sabine Pass, TX.

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for managing staff and other procurement activities for our New Construction Projects. Procurement activities include sourcing, evaluating, purchasing, and negotiating with suppliers, subcontractors and service providers. The Procurement Manager shall work closely with site management and other departments on common goals leading to successful projects for the Company.

Responsibilities:
Plan and allocate resources to effectively staff projects with Procurement personnel.

Maintain employee work schedules including assignments, job rotations, vacations, and time off

Resolve disputes among Procurement staff and other departments

Performance Management Planning and Salary Action Review activities for all Procurement personnel

Train Procurement staff on Procurement processes, procedures, Oracle, and other software and systems as required by project or site

Continually improve processes to enhance speed, quality, efficiency and output

Monitor Procurement Coordinators compliance with Procurement policies and guidelines

Provide constructive, ongoing performance feedback

Insure that Procurement functions are executed in a timely manner to support the operation of New Construction projects.

Publish and report Procurement metrics

Direct and manage Procurement related functions.

Support and assist with strategic sourcing initiatives for the project.

Maintain and establish relationships across the Company

Assist Accounts Payable and other support departments

Communicate regularly with other managers or other designated contacts.

Maintain and establish relationships with key suppliers to ensure adequate resources and coverage for all projects to continually improve pricing and quality of service

Work with Project Management to support pre-mobilization efforts.

Develop and implement project specific Procurement Execution Plans

Support Deal Development

Attend kickoff and ZPEPP meetings

Determine specific spend project requirements (SBE, local, etc.)

Provide guidance and advice to Procurement Coordinators regarding sources of supply, product knowledge, and “lessons learned”/knowledge sharing across projects

Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among all Procurement staff

Maintain transparent communication and appropriately communicate organization information

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Requirements:
Strong leadership capabilities to include coaching and mentoring

Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills, able to solve complex and sensitive problems

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in Oracle or similar ERP system and other relevant software applications

High School Diploma

Preferred:
Experience in managing project-based procurement or related management

Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience may be considered

5 years’ experience

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Procurement Manager position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer