Expediter​/Sr

Position: Expediter / Sr.
What We Are Looking For

We are determined to find dedicated, self-driven candidates that embrace our core values of integrity, accountability, safety, and excellence.

What You Will Do

* Apply standards and processes consistently with minimal supervision.

* Perform duties with strict adherence to Kinder Morgan's Corporate Policy and core values.

* Apply Kinder Morgan guidelines throughout Procurement processes with minimal supervision.

* Recommend and implement new and revised processes.

* Take necessary measures to ensure best practices are followed.

* Run status reports and submit weekly Procurement reports to Project and Procurement management.

* Ensure that assigned purchasing, expediting, and logistics processes are executed.

* Work as a team in a fast paced and pressured environment

* Attend Procurement related meetings and events.

* Propose strategies and advise internal and external customers on processes in an effort to solve problems.

* Contribute to efforts to standardize processes across Procurement and with vendors.  

* Gain an understanding of KM risks within the business units and learn to apply basic risk management techniques with supervision.

* Regularly review and understand the Procurement Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) controls and how to adhere.

* Adhere to Procurement SOX controls.

* Research key risks and timing issues. 

* 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.

* 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. 

* Play key role in negotiations and identify negotiating behaviors and tactics with minimal supervision.

* Provide team with feedback on influencing and negotiation styles to help others improve

What You Need

Education:

* 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:

* 3-5 years of experience in Contract Management, Purchasing, Financial, or related field preferred.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Applications including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and Power Point.

* Knowledge of SharePoint, ERP and Contract Management/Purchasing Systems.

* Experience with commercial transactions and negotiation is essential.

* Work efficiently with minimal supervision.

* Possess strong knowledge of gas industry standards for contracting, payment, invoicing, credit, nomination and scheduling procedures.

* Possess ability to influence business decisions and procedures.

* Must be self-directed, take initiative, and be an out-of-the-box thinker.

* Must be able to perform essential functions of the job.

* Must be able to multitask while providing timely and accurate turnaround on tasks, sometimes with strict deadlines.

* Take direction from Procurement Management or Senior level peers.

* Must be detail oriented.

* 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.

* Work effectively across Business Units.

* Maintain regular, dependable attendance, and high level of job performance.

* Follow company policies and procedures.

* Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.

* Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Participation in industry conferences and supply chain certifications.

* Understand how Kinder Morgan businesses and shared service departments perform and operate as a whole.

* Experience with Upside and ERP applications.

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