Project Procurement Manager

Project Procurement Manager KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. KBR is looking for a Project Procurement Manager to guide the management of the entire Procurement scope, including directing and coordinating Procurement Management, Buyers, Expediting, Logistics, Inspection and Material Management on an assigned project and/or FEED or Portfolio of Projects. This role is responsible for all deliverables such as project specific terms and conditions, man-hour estimates, staffing plan, procedures. The Project Procurement Manager will report and communicate actively with Procurement Department Management in Chennai, as well as Senior Procurement Management in Houston and London. *** May require worldwide travel on short notice*** Majority of work will be in support of US based projects & work schedule will reflect those time zones. Responsibilities: Establish project procurement procedures that align with KBR work methods to ensure deliverables meet the individual client and project requirements Appropriate execution of Procurement in terms of safety, compliance with rules and regulations, quality, schedule and budget Identify problems and coordinate with the project procurement team to correct Proactively manage changes Ensure effective communication among project disciplines Collaborate with Engineering Report problems in a timely manner to the Project and Senior Procurement Management Review project status with clients, management and project leads Build supply chain capabilities and grow the team, resource management and development Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field Typically has 5-10+ years of international experience as a Project Procurement Manager in a global EPC company executing contracts in key industries, such as oil and gas, LNG, petrochemical, hydrogen and chemical with typical procurement experience ranging from 15 - 20+ years Has strong experience in team management Ability to work with international stakeholders Proven track record in cost reduction programs, complex schedule driven work environment, & with “lump-sum” and “reimbursable” business Competency working with Suppliers from China, India, Korea and other best cost countries Highly proficient in purchasing and subcontracts, including bid, evaluate, award cycle, execution of agreements, execution of changes, price and schedule negotiations, and commercial strategy Strong presentation skills in order to flow goals and directives to effectively communicate commercial solutions and concepts to procurement personnel, non-procurement personnel, and Clients & to convey strategies and statuses to all stakeholders Expertise with e-procurement tools, such as e-bidding or e-auctions & Power BI Excellent negotiation skills with a proven track record in cost reduction and control Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! #LI-LR1 KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries a