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Sr Procurement Representative (Bird Electric)

Midland, United States

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Company : Bird Electric Enterprises

Req Id : 111298

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Job Summary

Bird Electric, a Black & Veatch company, is a U.S. self-perform electrical construction services provider with a national reach in emergency power restoration. With more than 600 employees, Bird Electric delivers grid solutions and operates in adjacent distributed infrastructure markets. The company also has long-established relationships with fuel producers and energy providers.

In this role you will have the opportunity to provide support to the Bird Electric (Bird) team with procurement transaction activities (commodities and rentals). Will also be required to support other procurement duties, including vendor prequalification, RFQ issue, expediting, procurement administration, and package closeout as needed. May lead others with transactional responsibilities, while requiring minimal supervision.

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Key Responsibilities

Coordinates with Bird Electric team members to obtain Bird procurement needs
Creates electronic Purchase Orders within the Foundation procurement system
Prepares, issues and manages the PO process
Ensures approvals are obtained prior to PO issue
Is capable of handling a large volume of transactions
Issues change orders based on changes in procurement requirements
Receives and pays invoices
Runs reports to track vendor PO’s and invoice payment
Coordinates and troubleshoots PO and invoicing issues with vendors
Files documents for record purposes and follows Corporate and project filing rules
Administrative tasks, as assigned

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

BA or BS degree in Supply Chain, Business, Construction Management or related field (preferred)

Relevant experience may be substituted for a degree. Preferred Skills:

Strong Attention to Detail.

Strong Communication - Written and Oral.

Proficient Computer Skills - Databases and MS Office.

Proficient Contract Comprehension.

Strong Data Entry.

Proficient Mathematics.

Proficient Organizational Skills.

Proficient Problem Solving.

Basic Project Process Management.

Basic Schedule and Planning Understanding.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Travel may be required.

Typical office environment.

Competencies

Customer focus

Decision quality

Ensures accountability

Manages ambiguity

Situational adaptability

Salary Plan

PCR: Procurement

Job Grade

015

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Bird, a Black & Veatch Company, is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with life insurance and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer paid vacation and holiday time after the eligibility period has been met.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals including, but not limited to, a company matched 401k plan, vendor discounts, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, identity theft and credit monitoring services, and the B&V Credit Union.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

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