Supply Chain Specialist
Wood GroupRemarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Specialist to join our Process & Chemicals business. This opportunity is Hybrid.
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The Role
Wood is currently seeking an experienced Supply Chain Specialist to join our team in Greenville, SC. The role will be responsible for the execution of specific aspects of supply chain management including expediting, procurement, subcontracts, negotiation and reporting of medium risk procurement packages/subcontracts. Understanding of the client’s head contract requirements including Wood responsibilities and knowledge of how these are integrated into project supply chain strategies, plans, procedures and terms and conditions. Has basic knowledge of commercial terms and conditions, works with more senior supply chain practitioners to reach a robust commercial agreement. Regularly reports progress of all procurement activities for which they are responsible. Regularly updates reports/systems with required information to allow accurate reporting and escalates any critical issues and risks to supply chain lead.
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
Wood's Process & Chemicals business is a leading player in key market sectors including traditional refining, petrochemicals, specialty chemicals, advanced materials, hydrogen production and CCUS. We offer a comprehensive range of engineering and project management services and are market-leading integrators of refinery and petrochemicals facilities, driving innovation in sustainable fuels and advanced materials for the energy transition.
What we can offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across our Process & Chemicals sector.
- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
- Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
- Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
- Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.
Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities:
Typical responsibilities:
- Accountable for the successful delivery of all supply chain activities that they are responsible for.
- Responsible for the end to end sourcing process (Strategy through Close Out) for the medium risk procurement/subcontract packages assigned to them.
- Ensures all supply chain activities are carried out in accordance with the project execution plan/schedule and/or contracting strategy, within approved budgets and in line with project processes and procedures.
- Update the project / procurement status report (PSR) in line with project / client required on site dates and current / estimate lead times, notifying any delays to the supply chain lead.
- Attend regular PSR meetings with client, engineering and/or project management personnel to ensure dates for pre-order deliverables within their portfolio are being maintained.
- Provides guidance, direction and support to all relevant stakeholders on both Woods and the suppliers specific contractual obligations and responsibilities.
- Utilisation of Wood Approved Supplier Register (ASR) supplemented when required by project/client approved supplier registers for supplier evaluation, audit, and selection.
- Carry out Supplier performance reviews and ongoing management ensuring corrective actions are taken where required.
- Ensure that all statutory and legal requirements and procedures are complied with and all actions are fully auditable.
- Promote safe working practices and demonstrate safety awareness at all times.
- Understands and lives Woods vision, values and behaviours.
- Understands and works to the Wood Financial Management Framework.
- Capture all internal and external in year savings targets as per business plan.
- Assist in the implementation of global/regional/country initiatives as per business plans.
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.
Qualifications
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.
Expected:
- Educated to ISCED Level 6 (Bachelor Degree or Equivalent) in business related discipline, ideally supply chain or procurement, working towards or CIPS qualified
- Record of skills training appropriate for job specific role.
- Minimum of 5 years SC experience demonstrating results.
- Broad knowledge of Suppliers, commercial Evaluations, Negotiations and Terms and Conditions of Purchase/Contract.
- Subcontract Agreements and Framework Agreements
- Industry forms of Subcontract
- ERP systems
- Client contract requirements
Supply Chain Principles and techniques Experience of:
- Commercial Evaluations, negotiations and terms and condition qualification
- Supplier Relationship Management Personal attributes:
- Excellent communication skills, written, oral and presentation
- Maintains a strong network both within and outside of supply chain department
- Positively maintain relationships with suppliers and other disciplines
- Planning and organisational skills
- Enthusiastic proactive attitude
Adaptability and Problem Solving skills Ability to:
- Work as part of project execution team
- Identify efficiency, process and tool improvement opportunities and successful drive through change