Senior Business Operations Specialist
KBR, Inc.
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Glendale • Arizona • United States
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About the role
- Develop, prepare, and manage solicitation documents (RFP/RFQ) to support competitive procurement while ensuring alignment with contract requirements, Statements of Work (SOWs), and company policies.
- Negotiate pricing, specifications, delivery schedules, and contract terms with suppliers to achieve best-value outcomes and maintain compliance with FAR 52.245‑1, internal procedures, and procurement standards.
- Conduct comprehensive price analysis, market research, and fair‑and‑reasonable determinations to ensure procurement decisions are well‑supported and compliant.
- Prepare and maintain procurement and contract documentation , including procurement files, supplier correspondence, corrective action records, and performance reports in accordance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate and expedite order delivery to meet internal and external customer requirements, collaborating closely with Program Managers, custodians, Material Management, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Lead and support contract-related activities such as contract closeout, asset/material transfers, customer issue resolution, and coordination with Disposition Leads for Plant Clearance.
- Utilize SAP for WBS setup, reporting, and data validation , ensuring accurate performance tracking and integration with procurement and asset management activities.
- Drive compliance, risk mitigation, and audit readiness by developing corrective action plans, supporting audit preparation, and ensuring accuracy within procurement, contract, and asset management processes.
- Interpret and execute contract requirements, SOWs, and performance metrics , ensuring alignment with procurement actions, supplier deliverables, and program goals.
- Cultivate strong supplier relationships that promote collaboration, issue resolution, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Six Sigma, RCCA, Gemba walks, and Kaizen events to streamline procurement, contract management, and asset processes.
- Support internal accountability boards and escalation frameworks , helping resolve supplier issues, delivery delays, compliance gaps, and cross-functional challenges.
- Mentor junior staff and program office personnel by providing guidance on procurement processes, contract requirements, audits, inventories, and special projects.
- Ensure full compliance with U.S. Government property regulations , including a strong working knowledge of FAR 52.245‑1 and the 10 Government Property Management Outcomes.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Bachelor’s degree + 3 years of experience, or high school diploma + 6 years.
- Prior experience with government property management.
- Experience with PIEE.
- Experience with competitive procurement (RFP/RFQ) and interpreting SOWs/contract requirements.
- Ability to maintain compliant procurement/contract documentation.
- Familiarity with FAR 52.245‑1 and government property regulations.
- Experience collaborating with program, material, or asset management teams.
Benefits
- 401K plan with company match
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- AD&D
- flexible spending account
- disability
- paid time off
- flexible work schedule
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
competitive procurementprice analysismarket researchcontract managementasset managementcompliancerisk mitigationcorrective action planssupplier relationship managementcontinuous improvement
Soft Skills
negotiationcollaborationissue resolutionmentoringcommunicationleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailcustomer focus