Zachry Group

Lead procurement sourcing events, contract management, supplier relationship, and mentor junior procurement staff. | Requires 5-7 years procurement experience, ability to lead sourcing and contract negotiations, and work independently in a fast-paced environment. | Job Description The Lead Procurement Specialist is responsible for medium and high critical materials, equipment, and subcontracts sourcing events. Expectation is "expert level" knowledge on procurement related processes and procedures. A Lead Procurement Specialist is expected to lead small groups and substitute in place of the Project Procurement Manager (PPM) performing and carrying out PPM related responsibilities. Additionally, a Lead Procurement Specialist should develop negotiating strategies, assign work, plus oversee and mentor lesser tenured peers; e.g. Procurement Coordinator I and II. The Lead Procurement Specialist is also responsible for sourcing activities for both estimating support on projects in the Deal Development phase and Procurement Execution activities during the life cycle of a project from RFP solicitation through the Award phase. The Lead Procurement Specialist must also be proficient in performing commercial analysis' of Bidders' proposals, writing and submitting recommendations of award and conducting Bidder conferences. Responsibilities also include engaging and maintaining Supplier relationships on awarded contracts, communicating with key internal and external stakeholders and maintaining overall transparency with the Project Management Team (PMT). Responsibilities • Focus on the contract life-cycle management and administration, and the overall supplier management and relationship building; • Has the primary responsibility in the establishment of core contract management processes and contract content in order to monitor and manage contract compliance; • Participate in procurement project management teams to support contract compliance; • Identify issues, propose solutions, provide negotiation support and resolve contractual issues; • Advise in Master Agreement Program Contract Development; • Participation in Deal Development and support in estimating efforts including issuing Request for Information (RFI's) • Lead in procurement execution for medium to high criticality sourcing events, commensurate with level of procurement experience, including: • Conduct research and develop sourcing strategies for assigned items; • Develop supplier lists and issue RFP packages, and RFP amendments accordingly, for various medium to high criticality/complex equipment, material and services at best value to Zachry; • Develop performance-based scopes of work and understand specifications & drawing packages; • Develop negotiating strategies; • Conduct bidder conferences and coordinate discussions between bidders and technical personnel; • Perform evaluation of proposals and conduct supplier negotiations; • Write supplier recommendations that explain and support the source selection process and decision; • Understand terms and conditions and contract formation; • Negotiate award of contracts to suppliers • Support contract administration and subcontract management • Participate in supplier and subcontractor kick-off meetings; • Participate in supplier and subcontractor close-out meetings • Scope and negotiate contract change orders and amendments • Participate in weekly procurement meetings; • Work Leader for teams with partial supervision responsibilities such as assigning work, overseeing Level 1 and Level 2 activities and providing backup support to Project Procurement Manager; • Mentorship role to team and other procurement personnel; • Manage work in fast-paced environment, focused on complex, higher profile technical items; • Provide support to other procurement personnel as needed; • Maintain knowledge of procurement processes and procedures and execute in accordance with Zachry's standard operating procedures; • Maintain knowledge of Oracle, Dragnet, PPMS, and other job-specific IT support systems; • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, engineers, construction and key stakeholders and personn Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or GED • Minimum 5-7 years of related experience • Shall have the ability to work independently, think and plan ahead and bring issues to attention of management. Ability to operate Microsoft suite. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, detail oriented and provide accurate work products • Experience using Microsoft Office Productivity tools (Office 365, SharePoint, Teams, etc.) (preferred) • Experience creating document templates and workflows in industry digital document approval platforms like DocuSign and Adobe Sign would be beneficial • Some travel may be necessary 25% or less (when required) What is an added plus? • Bachelor's degree or a diploma with equivalent working experience in lieu of a degree • 5-7 years related industry experience preferred • Preferred large industrial construction procurement experience • Prefer experience in multiple industrial market sectors • Prior experience interfacing with client and engineering entities preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension. May be required to lift, carry and move objects safely. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work will be in a conservative corporate office environment operating and functioning at a fast pace. Working out of cubicles near other various colleagues who are also in cubes. Some may refer to these workspaces as cube farms. Our corporate campus includes an on-site café with various daily breakfast, lunch and snack-time selections, a sizeable fitness center equipped with various state of the artwork out equipment & weights, outdoor walking/jogging-path, herb garden, basketball half-court, sand-volleyball court, soccer field, as well as a clinic with a certified nurse practitioner. Office noise will be low and generally consist of cube neighbors' phone-calls, conversations and/or laughter. You can expect people to treat you with friendliness and respect throughout the Zachry campus. The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Procurement Coordinator 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. Company Benefits: Meaningful Work Team-Based Culture Opportunity for Growth

Source, screen, and interview candidates, coordinate hiring processes, manage requisitions, and ensure compliance with employment laws. | 4+ years of recruiting or sourcing experience, high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of employment laws, and ability to work onsite. | Job Description The primary functions of this position are to deliver a high level of customer service to both internal and external customers in order to identify, select and hire the best qualified candidates to meet the project specific needs and federal/state legal requirements. Please note this is a temporary/ contract position. The successful candidate will work full time at Zachry but they will be hired through a 3rd party staff agency. Responsibilities Position Responsibilities: • Sources, screens, and performs preliminary interviews on potential candidates. • Coordinates site interviews with appropriate hiring manager to select qualified candidates for project specific requirements and make contingent employment offers based on federal/state law. • Manages assigned employment requisitions to include but not limited to reviewing, editing, and final approval of completed requisition. • Tracks and reports data on staffing plan processes using computer software programs that may include MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and other software databases. • Builds and updates job descriptions based on project and scope of work • Coordinates and conducts re-deployment initiatives (proactive communication with employees prior to anticipated end date) • Conducts operational and administrative portions of the hire process (background checks, drug screen, health screen, I9 compliance, E-Verify compliance, employment paperwork, site specific requirements) • Other duties as assigned Qualifications Essential Skills, Knowledge, Abilities and Experience: • Technical skill with Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) • Ability to quickly learn Tracking Management System. • Excellent people skills including collaboration, communication, presentation, and team building skills • High level of customer service. • Knowledge of employment laws/compliance. • Attention to detail. • High school diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of related sourcing/recruiting administrative experience. • Level II Specialist should have 2 years of recruiting experience. • Current Zachry or Zachry ROF'ed employee Preferred Qualifications: • Associates or Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. • PHR or SHRM-CP • Experience in: Administration, Customer Service, Human Resources, Industrial Construction and/or Nuclear Industries Physical Requirements: • Work will be in a general office environment with occasional work in an industrial location. • Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting. • May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs. ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-JM2