Procurement Specialist - CB&I

CB&I® is the world's leading designer and builder of storage facilities, tanks and terminals. With more than 60,000 structures completed throughout our 130-year history, we have the global expertise and strategically-located operations to provide customers world-class storage solutions for even the most complex energy infrastructure projects.

The Procurement Specialist is a multi-faceted entry level position focused on Database management, data analytics, reporting and Vendor management for Procurement, Subcontracts and Logistics functions. A successful candidate will be proficient in Access database development and maintenance, Excel reports and data analytics related to Supply Chain Management.

• Develop, enhance, and maintain Access databases, as well as Excel Spreadsheets to support the operations in the Procurement, Subcontract and Logistics groups.
• Analyzing and converting raw Spend data into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for Buyers, Subcontract Administrators and SCM Management.
• Managing Material Demand reports using JD Edwards + Oracle Agile software
• Handling the internal Vendor pre-qualification and vetting process.
• Analyze and organize Excel reports containing commodity and spend data.
• Mastering the use of SCM system tools in order to be able to support Supply Chain employees with training and troubleshooting on these systems.
• Communicates with Buyers, Expeditors, Project Procurement Managers, Subcontract Administrators and other project personnel concerning system and reporting tool improvements and maintenance.
• Assist with the SCM Purchasing and Subcontracting policy and procedure management.
• Executing special projects and initiatives set by SCM Management
• Proactively search for improvements to the Vendor onboarding process.
• Establishes medium and long term career and personal development goals
• Enthusiastically seeks and accepts tasks and projects in rotations that allow for maximum experience and growth

• Must hold Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain or Database Management
• Must have advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, macros, etc.) and other MS Office applications
• Must have Database development and maintenance experience
• Preferred to have JD Edwards (JDE) software experience
• Preferred to have a general knowledge of the procurement and subcontracting process
• Preferred to have 2-3 years of experience working in a Supply Chain environment

• Business presence and polish
• Knowledge of CB&I products and markets
• Proactively identifies and solves the complex problems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Mentally agile and ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines
• Proven negotiating ability with high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated business partnering skills with the ability to influence the organization
• Adaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments
• A mature business and technical acumen coupled with a drive to achieve results
• Exceptional communication and presentation skill, both written and verbal
• Ability to work and build credibility across the business, up to and including senior management level
• Proactively embraces and promotes the company’s values and culture, including diversity & inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment