Procurement Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Idaho.

📋 Description

• Act as the procurement representative for the Owner, offering commercial oversight and assistance for EPCM-led procurement processes from market engagement to contract closure.

• Oversee designated procurement packages throughout the entire procurement lifecycle, which includes RFQ development, bidder engagement, bid assessment, commercial negotiations, contract awarding, expediting support, delivery, and final closure.

• Aid in the formulation and implementation of procurement plans and package strategies that align with project execution requirements, scheduling goals, and long-lead equipment necessities.

• Facilitate procurement activities among internal stakeholders, EPCM teams, suppliers, and contractors.

• Assess and challenge RFQs, Commercial Bid Evaluations, Recommendations to Award, purchase orders, and contract modifications.

• Lead or assist in commercial negotiations regarding pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, performance guarantees, liquidated damages, liability limitations, escalation provisions, and other contractual stipulations.

• Review bidders' commercial exceptions and devise negotiation strategies that safeguard project value.

• Collaborate with Legal, Project Controls, Engineering, Construction, and Project Management teams concerning contract terms and risk distribution.

• Identify, assess, and communicate commercial, contractual, financial, and scheduling risks.

• Evaluate vendor proposals for scope alignment, pricing accuracy, exclusions, qualifications, schedule commitments, freight costs, tariffs, taxes, and other commercial aspects.

• Formulate recommendations on risk allocation, mitigation strategies, and negotiation positions.

• Escalate significant commercial issues and propose corrective measures.

• Conduct thorough reviews of supplier proposals, bid evaluations, award recommendations, purchase orders, and contract modifications prior to Owner approval.

• Ensure commercial consistency and accuracy across procurement documentation.

• Coordinate Owner review and approval processes in line with procurement procedures, governance requirements, and Delegation of Authority limits.

• Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and auditable procurement records.

• Assist in the post-award commercial management of purchase orders and contracts.

• Monitor supplier performance against contractual obligations, including payment milestones, engineering deliverables, warranties, guarantees, manufacturing progress, and delivery commitments.

• Review and analyze change orders, contract modifications, purchase order revisions, commercial claims, and requests for schedule or cost relief.

• Lead or assist in negotiations related to claims, contract modifications, and dispute resolution.

• Collaborate with EPCM expediting teams to track supplier performance, manufacturing progress, vendor data, inspection milestones, and delivery timelines.

• Identify potential impacts on required-on-site dates and coordinate mitigation strategies.

• Manage equipment readiness, shipping needs, delivery priorities, transportation planning, and logistics execution.

• Support the resolution of supplier performance issues that impact cost, quality, schedule, or operational readiness.

• Assist in procurement forecasting and reporting, including commitment tracking, award forecasting, cash flow projections, dashboards, and management reporting.

• Keep track of package schedules, pricing validity periods, award milestones, delivery commitments, and outstanding commercial actions.

• Provide updates and recommendations regarding procurement status, supplier performance, commercial risks, and crucial decisions.

• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of procurement processes, systems, and commercial practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in negotiating supplier and contractor Terms & Conditions, commercial exceptions, and contract modifications.

• Experience in reviewing and assessing commercial bid analyses, purchase orders, change orders, claims, and contract modifications.

• Strong knowledge of commercial contracting principles, procurement lifecycle management, and contract administration practices.

• Excellent commercial acumen with the capability to evaluate risk, develop negotiation strategies, and provide sound business recommendations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and procurement reporting tools.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective influence on stakeholders and direct interaction with suppliers, contractors, and project teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience may be accepted.

• At least 8 years of progressive experience in procurement, contracts, commercial, or supply chain roles supporting industrial, mining, construction, EPC/EPCM, energy, infrastructure, or major capital projects.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing procurement packages through both pre-award and post-award phases, including solicitation, commercial evaluation, negotiation, award, administration, and closure.

• Preferred: experience within an Owner/EPCM project delivery model.

• Preferred: experience in mining, heavy industrial, processing plant, construction, infrastructure, or energy projects.

• Preferred: experience in procuring major equipment, engineered systems, construction services, and long-lead materials.

• Preferred: working knowledge of Incoterms, international procurement practices, logistics planning, liquidated damages, warranties, performance guarantees, pricing escalation provisions, and commercial risk allocation.

• Preferred: experience in supporting procurement forecasting, commitment tracking, and project cash flow planning.

• Preferred: professional certifications such as CPSM, CPCM, PMP, CCM, or equivalent.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package.

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• Flexible work schedule and remote work options.