Supply Chain Specialist

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Project Overview:

Port Arthur LNG, LLC (PALNG) is developing a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production and export facility on a site located on the western shoreline of the Port Arthur Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. The project consists of two Phases, Phase 1 base scope includes two (2) identical LNG trains, two (2) LNG Storage Tanks, one (1) LNG Carrier Berth, and associated utilities/facilities; Phase 2 base scope includes an additional two (2) identical LNG trains, one (1) LNG Storage Tank, one (1) LNG Carrier Berth, and associated utilities/facilities The Project is to be constructed on a parcel of land located along State Highway 87 south of Port Arthur, Texas, between the inner coastal waterway bridge and Keith Lake. As the #1 LNG EPC contractor by installed capacity, Bechtel has the capability to successfully deliver a broad range of LNG projects through our integrated EPC self-perform model, strategic partnerships, and proven experience in LNG project delivery. Partnering with Bechtel means lower cost, shorter delivery schedules, and greater certainty of outcomes for our customers.

Job Summary:

Provides cross-functional Supply Chain support to project and field operations, coordinating procurement, materials, logistics, supplier activities, and related Supply Chain processes to ensure materials and services are available to support construction requirements. #LI-CS1

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinate field Supply Chain requirements across Purchasing, Materials Management, Logistics, Expediting, and Supplier Management.
• Track material and equipment requirements through receipt, storage, issue, and resolution of discrepancies.
• Support supplier follow-up, field material issues, shortages, NCRs, UOS&Ds, warranty matters, and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate Supply Chain information and support reporting using applicable project systems.
• Coordinate with Construction, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, suppliers, and logistics personnel to resolve execution issues.
• Identify material or supplier risks and escalate issues that could affect construction priorities.
• Support Supply Chain procedures, records, documentation, and project compliance.
• Assist with continuous improvement and implementation of project Supply Chain processes.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a University Hire with 1-2 years of experience or 5-6 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Solid knowledge and previous experience in Procurement Operations.
• Solid understanding of Contracts/Purchase Orders and the flow-down of applicable clauses and requirements.
• Solid understanding of Cost Accounting Standards, and determination process for applicability to the work.
• Skilled in working with, and communicating effectively both orally and in writing with other project functional groups, primarily Engineering, Construction, Project Management and other services.
• Degree in Supply Chain Management Knowledge of all procurement operations related to the management of materials at area, regional, temporary and jobsite office locations. Knowledge in Field Engineering and Construction activities, and knowledge of Standard Work Process Procedures related to materials management functions.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable Bechtel policies, instructions, and Procurement procedures and guidelines.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in the use of the Bechtel Procurement System (BPS), and related engineering and other project data systems that interface with BPS.
• Proficiency and experience in the formation and administration of purchase orders.

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