Materials Management Senior I

Primary Purpose
Accountable to coordinate the specification and procurement of materials and equipment for capital projects involving major gas storage/transmission facilities. Support project managers and project engineers to ensure gas related materials and equipment are appropriately specified in accordance with Company policy. Work with suppliers to obtain price quotes and delivery dates to support overall project budget and deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with project manager/engineer to specify capital material and equipment
• Solicit pricing and delivery quotations from suppliers, and resolve discrepancies
• Negotiate pricing, schedule and quality issues with suppliers
• Prepare and analyze material status reports for department manager
• Conduct pre-award and pre-fabrication meetings with supplier and other Company employees
• Stay abreast of market pricing and pipe mill capacities
• Coordinate and negotiate claims against suppliers and their insurers
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma/GED Required
• Bachelor's Degree Bachelors degree or equivalent experience. Required

Experience

• 3 years Relevant pipeline materials experience. Required
• 3 years Proficient use of the SAP procurement module and the RMS (Requisition Management System), inclusive of the 3 years above. Required

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient use of the SAP procurement module and the RMS (Requisition Management System) Intermediate
• Effective negotiating skills Intermediate
• Thorough knowledge of gas materials, including pipe, vessels and equipment Intermediate
• Thorough knowledge of Company Material Specifications (engineering documents) Intermediate
• Thorough knowledge of Company procurement practices and policies Intermediate
• Effective communication skills Intermediate

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid California Driver's License or reliable transportation. Required