Field Procurement Coordinator (34860) at Sterling Infrastructure in Catoosa, OK

Job description

Position Summary The Field Procurement Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and managing the procurement process and activities in a specific project site or location. This includes ordering and tracking materials and supplies, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely data entry related to job site needs. This is a safety sensitive position. Key Responsibilities Relationship Driven: Communicates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective operations and customer service. Assists project team and instills best practices regarding onsite procurement processes and productivity. Develops and maintains effective relationships with suppliers. Team Focused: Establishes priorities across multiple areas of operations. Key point of contact on-site for Procurement to ensure all established practices are followed. Provides assistance and support regarding material requests, sourcing, orders and tracking. Tracks project purchase orders to ensure timely delivery to project, addressing any delays, shortages, or quality issues with suppliers. Collaborates with logistics, warehouse and inventory teams to monitor inventory levels and help prevent stockouts or overstock situations. Operationally Minded: Assists projects with the execution of the project specific procurement plan. Coordinates with off-site construction, warehousing, logistics, and outside suppliers to ensure that all material requirements for a given project are met. Responds timely to inquiries from internal customers and suppliers about order status, changes, returns and/or cancellations and assist with resolutions. Drives systems and procedures to allow for the highest level of productivity and safest execution of tasks, while adhering to company procedures and relevant regulations. Understands, plans and execute on-site requirements through meeting attendance, available systems, documents and collaboration with other trades and onsite leadership. Continuous Improvement: Coordinates with project leadership to identify opportunities for continuous improvement through various means to include procurement processes, value added services and onsite support. Prepares reports on procurement activities; manages procurement key performance indicators and reports these to appropriate leaders. Demonstrates a working knowledge of procurement processes and Lean techniques. Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective processes, completion of projects and smooth operation of department. Qualifications Skills & Abilities Knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing tools and general construction materials. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must have reliable transportation. Must be able to pass a drug and background check. Excellent leadership skills, including the abilities to set goals, motivate employees, with strong decision-making, problem solving and strategic planning abilities. Effective communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening. Great interpersonal skills – build trust with others and implement process improvement initiatives. Read and interpret instructional manuals, worksite directions, and written instructions. Analyze tool and material requests for preparation of delivery schedule. Understanding of procurement and warehouse software and technology Excellent customer service Exceptional time management and organizational skills Familiarity with inventory control practices and logistics Be an excellent judge of character and skills, in order to delegate tasks as efficiently and effectively as possible based on the strengths and weaknesses of your team. Able to work in different weather conditions. Develops relationships with leaders, direct reports, and/or others that facilitate open dialogue and trust. Demonstrate a willingness to travel from 0% - 100% of the time to various locations across the U.S. in support of jobsite logistic operations. Work Environment & Physical