As our company's procurement representative, you work with the Project Team to develop the Project Procurement Plan in overall alignment with Global Capital Procurement strategies. You will work with the project team to ensure the Construction Managers' procurement process and procedures in line with contract, Capital Procurement process. You will work closely with site procurement personnel, Corporate Procurement Commodity Management organization, the Project teams and the Construction Managers' procurement personnel to establish, integrate, control and maintain effective procurement processes.

Experience:

• 7 + years in Capital Project Procurement preferably in with Animal Health or Pharma projects.
• Strong demonstrated skills partnering with engineering and the business in developing project delivery strategies, commercial strategies, commercial negotiations, and capital project procurement management.
• Working knowledge of contract law, local regulations, and policies, as applied to the construction industry.
• Knowledge of processes and capabilities of US major engineering/contractor firms, as well as construction subcontractor base is desirable.

Skills:

• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated project management skills, effective negotiation skills, analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Must be proficient in PC applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, as well as e-mail and Internet searches.
• Previous experience in a position requiring negotiations and field-office construction experience are all requirements for this position.

Education:

• BS in Business Administration, Logistics, Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience/knowledge of commercial activities associated with engineering construction projects.
• MBA and/or CPM would be desirable.

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable

Shift:
1st - Day

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
N/A

Job Posting End Date:
12/23/2024
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Requisition ID:R318596