KBR, Inc

Associate Specialist, Procurement

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND

In-Office

Mid level

Aerospace

The Role

Executes end-to-end procurement activities for assigned commodities or projects, including bidding, supplier evaluation, contract awards, negotiations, agreements, and changes. Negotiates pricing, schedules, discounts, and long-term supplier contracts. Identifies corrective actions for quality or schedule issues, collaborates with engineering and project teams, and reports problems to procurement leadership. Requires procurement experience in global EPC environments, strong communication and analytical skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, and flexibility to support international counterparts.

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Associate Specialist, Procurement

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Job Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, executes and supervises cradle to grave purchasing activities (including bid, evaluate, award cycle, execution of agreements, execution of changes, price, and schedule negotiations) for a specific commodity group or project
Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with suppliers for the procurement of goods, services, and supplies
Identify corrective actions and measures in case of quality or schedule issues with suppliers
Works closely with Engineering and the projects
Assures that problems will report timely to the projects and senior procurement management

Job Requirements

Engineering qualification background, preferably in Supply Chain Management or Business
3+ years of Procurement and Supply Chain Management experience with a global EPC company executing contracts in key industries, such as oil and gas, LNG, petrochemical, chemical, etc.
Experience in purchasing including bid, evaluate, award cycle, execution of agreements, execution of changes, price and schedule negotiations, and commercial strategy.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills in order to flow goals and directives and effectively communicate commercial solutions and concepts to procurement personnel and non-procurement personnel
Ability to work in a complex schedule-driven work environment
Must be willing to work hours to support counterparts in different geographical regions (US, UK, etc.)
Candidates must have strong analytical skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Candidates must be able to learn new software and tools easily

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Skills Required

Engineering qualification background, preferably in Supply Chain Management or Business
3+ years of procurement and supply chain management experience with a global EPC company
Experience in oil and gas, LNG, petrochemical, chemical, or similar key industries
Experience with purchasing, bid evaluation, award cycles, agreement execution, change execution, price and schedule negotiations, and commercial strategy
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to work in a complex, schedule-driven work environment
Willingness to work hours supporting counterparts in different geographical regions
Strong analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to learn new software and tools easily

KBR, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemented by life insurance, mental wellness resources, and a resilience program. Multiple plan options and added wellbeing tools bolster the core offering.
Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with employer matching contributions alongside additional savings options. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan complements long‑term financial benefits.
Flexible Benefits — Work-life programs provide flexible schedules with options for part-time, remote, and “superflex” arrangements coordinated with managers. These flexible arrangements help tailor benefits to role and personal needs.