Supply Chain Specialist - Junior Buyer (New Grad)
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Job Description
Our purpose, which is to build a better world, resonates with our ambition and serves as the foundation of our organizational culture. Fluor was established with a resolute commitment-to construct enduring structures that would outlive their creators and contribute to a world improved beyond its previous state. This role will be part of Fluor's Energy Solutions Business Line. The Buyer is a key member of the Supply Chain team, responsible for executing procurement activities for materials and equipment in support of complex projects from pre-award through closeout.
• Prepare bid packages, manage bidder communications and clarification meetings and administer quotation timelines with supervision
• Conduct commercial bid evaluations evaluating pricing, terms, delivery and compliance with supervision
• Monitor and report purchasing discipline documents from engineering pre-commitment through to purchase order issuance
• Validate supplier invoices and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Perform purchase order close-out activities in accordance with project procedures
• Perform self-audit of purchasing files and procedure compliance
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Construction, Logistics, and other project stakeholders
• Adhere to and support Fluor's Health, Safety & Environmental and Sustainability Policies
• May need to travel to attend to business related matters
• Meet expectations on attendance and punctuality
• Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in Business or Supply Chain and no required previous work experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Other Job Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
• Ability to communicate fluently in English (read, write, and speak)
• Experience should be primarily in the area of material management
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, and electronic presentation programs
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $111,000.00
Nearest Major Market: Houston