Expeditor

Company Overview:

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview:

• The Expeditor is responsible for initiating and maintaining contact with vendors after Purchase Order award. This includes phone, email and in-person contacts (if necessary) to obtain documents and material from vendors, and to ensure that they stay on-schedule for delivery. The role directly reports to the Sr Procurement Manager and routinely interacts with Engineering, Operations and Estimating.

Responsibilities:

• Proactively embraces and promotes the company's HSE requirement's and culture
• Monitors issuance of Purchase Orders from buyers and begins communication with Vendors to ensure they follow the commercial requirements of the order (primarily schedule, document deliverables, and delivery of goods).
• Issues initial contact email to vendors after PO issuance, listing requirements, expectations and key contacts.
• Follows up periodically during the execution of the order to ensure schedule is being maintained by the vendor and deliverables are being provided.
• When nearing shipment, coordinates with vendor and CB&I Logistics, when necessary, to ensure proper pick-up and delivery of the goods.
• Oversees closeout of the order, including payment of invoices, receipt of all deliverables and receiving of the goods in the system.
• When necessary, escalates vendor problems, delays and questions both within the vendor, and internally within CB&I with other functions, buyers and Procurement Managers to assist with getting resolution and keeping the vendor on schedule.
• Keeps detailed notes regarding vendor status and communication in reporting systems.
• Represents the department in meetings with other functions/management.
• Proactively recommends, supports, and implements improvements to tools, systems and software to improve efficiency and maximize autonomy.
• Effectively exemplify the company's Leadership Competencies
• Actively seeks and utilizes an effective mentoring relationship(s)
• Establishes medium and long term career and personal development goals
• Enthusiastically seeks and accepts tasks and projects in rotations that allow for maximum experience and growth

Qualifications:

• 1-3 Years of relevant work experience, but will consider entry-level with a relevant degree
• BA or BS degree in Supply Chain, Business, Technical / Engineering, Construction Management or related field (preferred).
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Skills and Behaviors:

• Business presence and polish
• Knowledge of CB&I products and markets
• Proactively identifies and solves the complex problems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Mentally agile and ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines
• Proven negotiating ability with high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated business partnering skills with the ability to influence the organization
• Adaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments
• A mature business and technical acumen coupled with a drive to achieve results
• Exceptional communication and presentation skill, both written and verbal
• Ability to work and build credibility across the business, up to and including senior management level
• Proactively embraces and promotes the company's values and culture, including diversity & inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment