Overview:
We are determined to find dedicated, self-driven candidates that embrace our core values of integrity, accountability, safety, and excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Apply standards and processes consistently with minimal supervision.
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Perform duties with strict adherence to Kinder Morgan's Corporate Policy and core values.
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Apply Kinder Morgan guidelines throughout Procurement processes with minimal supervision.
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Recommend and implement new and revised processes.
- Take necessary measures to ensure best practices are followed.
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Run status reports and submit weekly Procurement reports to Project and Procurement management.
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Ensure that assigned purchasing, expediting, and logistics processes are executed.
- Work as a team in a fast paced and pressured environment
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Attend Procurement related meetings and events.
- Propose strategies and advise internal and external customers on processes in an effort to solve problems.
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Contribute to efforts to standardize processes across Procurement and with vendors.
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Gain an understanding of KM risks within the business units and learn to apply basic risk management techniques with supervision.
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Regularly review and understand the Procurement Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) controls and how to adhere.
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Adhere to Procurement SOX controls.
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Research key risks and timing issues.
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Perform expediting delivery duties as defined by management.
- Resolve routine problems encountered in performance of work assignments with minimal supervision.
- Contribute to the Supplier Relationship Management (Business Review) program.
- Expedite, trace the delivery of major purchases and provide status updates to requestor in a timely manner.
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Communicate effectively with Project Management, Procurement, Engineering, Legal, Risk Management, Operations, Vendors, AP, Vendor Maintenance, ERP and CMS support to resolve internal and external issues and provide support.
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Play key role in negotiations and identify negotiating behaviors and tactics with minimal supervision.
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Provide team with feedback on influencing and negotiation styles to help others improve
Qualifications:
Education:
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A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related discipline is preferred.
- Industry or relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
Required Qualifications:
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3-5 years of experience in Contract Management, Purchasing, Financial, or related field preferred.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Applications including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and Power Point.
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Knowledge of SharePoint, ERP and Contract Management/Purchasing Systems.
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Experience with commercial transactions and negotiation is essential.
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Work efficiently with minimal supervision.
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Possess strong knowledge of gas industry standards for contracting, payment, invoicing, credit, nomination and scheduling procedures.
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Possess ability to influence business decisions and procedures.
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Must be self-directed, take initiative, and be an out-of-the-box thinker.
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Must be able to perform essential functions of the job.
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Must be able to multitask while providing timely and accurate turnaround on tasks, sometimes with strict deadlines.
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Take direction from Procurement Management or Senior level peers.
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Must be detail oriented.
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Must have strong communication (written and verbal), organization, problem-solving and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with levels of management and employees in corporate, regional and field offices with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
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Work effectively across Business Units.
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Maintain regular, dependable attendance, and high level of job performance.
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Follow company policies and procedures.
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Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
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Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Participation in industry conferences and supply chain certifications.
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Understand how Kinder Morgan businesses and shared service departments perform and operate as a whole.
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Experience with Upside and ERP applications.
Working Conditions:
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Travel may be required across a broad geographic region, as determined by Hiring Manager.
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May be required to carry a company-provided cell phone and respond as needed during working and non-working hours.
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May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed.
- Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate
Why Join Kinder Morgan:
Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.
For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.
