Senior Procurement Manager

 

 

 

ABOUT PARSONS:

Founded in 1944, Parsons is one of the largest 100% employee-owned engineering and construction companies in the United States, with revenues exceeding $2.9 billion in 2004. Parsons provides facility and infrastructure solutions through superior program management and technology-based approaches. Our ability to plan, design, construct, and operate diverse facilities and infrastructure systems has satisfied both government and industrial clients' needs for over 60 years. Our 10,000 employee-owners, located worldwide, team with customers and stakeholders while providing dependable services. We measure our success one project at a time by exceeding expectations and satisfying our customers.

We are committed to continually enhancing our organizational capability by attracting, retaining and developing exceptional talent. Our results-oriented and collaborative team environment encourages the development of creative solutions to the most challenging engineering, scientific, logistics, and construction issues.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Provides management and direction for all procurement functions on a large domestic or international project, including purchasing, expediting, supplier data control, supplier quality, and traffic.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reviews work produced by subordinates to ensure that applicable codes, standards, and procedures are followed, and that quality of procured items meets or exceeds requirements. Monitors the productivity and technical proficiency of the assigned personnel. Make staffing assignments and reassignments as Company and project needs dictate. Monitors staffing requirements and expenditures within budget constraints.

Coordinates procurement activities with clients, project management, and other departments within the Company.

Actively participates in the Company?s Quality Improvement Process. Promotes technical excellence in all employees. May endeavor to develop a partnership agreement where supplier quality and performance are consistent with Company and client requirements.

Participates in establishing and maintaining Procurement Department polices and procedures, working closely with upper management. Ensures compliance with the Company?s business ethics policy and with the Conflict of Interest Policy. Offers training in these policies, as needed, to the assigned procurement personnel.

Conducts performance evaluations, takes corrective action as necessary, recommends promotions and salary actions, and offers training and development for the assigned personnel.

Completes special assignments for the Department Manager - Procurement. Participates in preparing proposals.

Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

4-year degree in Business Administration or Economics (or related field) and 12-15 years of diversified experience in all phases of procurement activities on large global engineering and construction projects, including managerial experience.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

Extensive experience in all aspects of procurement, proven managerial capability, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are required. A demonstrated proficiency in utilizing DMCS (or similar material control system) is also required. 

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS AND COMPETITIVE SALARY:

Parsons offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program; credit union membership; Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) plan, career development and more.

EOE/M/F/D/V. Diversity candidates are encouraged to apply.

***For immediate consideration, please apply online at www.parsons.com ***