Job Title: Procurement Acquisition Manager
The Procurement Acquisition Manager will be responsible for procuring and acquiring materials, equipment, and supplies from suppliers in accordance with company policies and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
* About the Role:
* The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of procurement principles and practices, as well as excellent negotiation and communication skills.
* The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire procurement process, from identifying needs to negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
* Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers for the procurement of goods, services and supplies;
* Take responsibility for purchases in support of customer-related business processes or for internal use;
* Discuss defects and delivery problems with suppliers, and negotiate refunds;
* Coordinate with operations, maintenance, warehouse and engineering to ensure proper scheduling and movement of goods and supplies;
* Under general supervision, solve complex problems requiring detailed knowledge of field and industry best practices;
* Use experience and problem-solving skills to develop and improve processes;
* May provide guidance to less experienced team members;
* Review and approve supplier invoices with KBR's Accounts Payable Department;
* Provide input to Supplier Performance Evaluations;
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Proven track record of success in procurement or a related field;
* Excellent negotiation and communication skills;
* Strong understanding of procurement principles and practices;
* Able to work independently and as part of a team;
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
* Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills;
* Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR);
Benefits:
* Opportunity to work on high-profile projects;
* Collaborative and dynamic work environment;
* Chance to develop and improve processes;
* Recognition and reward for outstanding performance;
Others:
* This job description is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The Procurement Acquisition Manager may be required to perform other tasks as needed.