- Full-time
Junior Procurement Agent
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe.
Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you. Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is seeking a dynamic Junior Procurement Agent. Reporting to the Project Delivery Group, you will support offices globally working from our Houston, TX office location.
As the successful candidate, you will:
- Be the liaison with Package Coordinator to obtain and verify technical specifications, with the Planner to verify lead times and delivery dates, and with Logistics to assure cost effective and practical Incoterms
- Prepare Commercial Bid documents (including contractual terms and conditions, delivery requirements, quality/inspection requirements and other documents related to the scope of supply, etc.), and issue Bid Documents to Bidders from an approved Bidder's List
- Manage the prequalification and selection of bidders
- Prepare and issue Bidders List and coordinate approval process
- Supervise and maintain the confidentiality and integrity of the bid process. Log bid questions and responses and issue addenda as required
- Coordinate technical evaluations and conduct commercial evaluations, use of proper Incoterms, payment terms/milestones including clarifications and/or negotiations
- Review vendor comments of General terms and conditions and incorporate Special terms and conditions, as required
- Meet schedule milestones for Bid-Evaluate-Award cycles
- Expedite all post-award activities including vendor data, fabrication, verification of progress payments, and coordination of vendor quality surveillance, logistics, and delivery to site
- Gain valuable on-site practical experience
You bring to the role:
- Willingness to travel and work onsite (including remote locations)
- Previous co-op or internship experience is an asset
- Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects
- Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges
- Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges
- Adapts and embraces change
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Join a top employer in the industry
What we offer:
- Ability to apply your skills to challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects, while working alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people
- An exciting work environment in a constantly evolving industry
- The opportunity to receive excellent mentorship from industry experts
- Challenging career with countless opportunities
- Stability and consistency you are joining the Hatch team and family to grow your career in a way that suites you best
Expected growth at Hatch:
- Learn about the different sectors, processes, people and culture that drives our business
- Learn from others and develop relationships with your managers, colleagues, etc.
- Growth in our communities locally, but also thinking globally
- Company gatherings, happy hours, social interaction to build strong work relationships
- Regional networking
- Young Professional (YP) Groups
Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application. Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed. We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.