Procurement Associate Professional

Purchasing Career Professional

Seeking a Purchasing Career Professional to join our collaborative Operations Management & Facilities Services (OMFS) procurement team where you will support project teams with purchasing and subcontracting responsibilities, ensuring project schedules and expectations are met.

• Manage end‑to‑end procurement activities for assigned categories or business units.
• Ensure cost‑effective purchasing, supplier performance, and compliance with company policies.
• Work independently while contributing to strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Manage sourcing activities including RFQs/RFPs and supplier selection.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers.
• Execute and manage purchase orders in compliance with policies.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance (delivery, quality, service).
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders at the project site to align procurement strategies.
• Identify and implement cost‑saving opportunities.
• Resolve supply issues and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance or mentorship to junior staff.
• Be willing to travel 10%.

This is a hybrid position: primarily working from home with one day per week in‑person at the local office. Parking costs associated with the in‑person requirement are covered under the salary.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5‑7 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience.
• Willingness to travel 10%.

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Solid understanding of procurement lifecycle and sourcing strategies.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP/procurement systems.
• Knowledge of contracts and risk mitigation practices.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
  
  Project delivery knowledge supporting purchasing and subcontracting.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $80,900.00 to $. Individual pay is determined by location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.