Utility Contract Controls Specialist II

Requisition ID: 134741

Location:

Phoenix, AZ, US, 85004-2121Phoenix, AZ, US, 85004-2121

Category: Supply Chain

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Why You Should Apply for This Job

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing employment that recognizes excellence and encourages safe production, with a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority. _Apply Today!  _

*Where You Will Work  *  

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support our operations in finance, human resources, health and safety, information technology, planning, and more. Our flexible work program allows employees to work virtually as well as come together in person when needed at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix and/or one of our site locations. Employees can work remotely from most states in the U.S., with the exception of California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma and South Carolina. Additional states may be excluded from remote work based on business factors. Should the position shift to in-person (office/site) work in the future, the company will offer relocation benefits at that time, so long as the position meets the established eligibility for these benefits.

Description

Responsible for working directly with customers at various sites when needed and GSC Shared Services team on highly complex outsourced services and provide technical expertise, guidance, and leadership in the scheduling and prioritizing of contracting activities. Oversee safety, quality, and performance of outside services contractors. Serve as site subject matter expert and company representative, interfacing with contractors and multiple disciplines within company on contracting activities. Train, coach and support new and less senior team members.

• Perform contracting activities in compliance with GSC policies through the administration of contract requests, participating in sourcing activities, award recommendations and negotiations, onboarding and offboarding of contractors, and issuing contractor correspondence. Ensure contracts assigned to him/her are actively managed, up-to-date and that the payment methods are in place to ensure prompt payment to contractors. Review and approve invoices for contractor work.

• Collaborate with Area Planners and Supervisors in the long-range planning and scheduling for activities major production shutdowns that will require outside services support such as major production shutdowns, including but is not limited to job identification, job priority, outside service requirements, material requirements, budget forecasts and contractor coordination.

• Lead and drive collaborative sourcing efforts with stakeholders in outsourcing activities to include, but not limited to, insourcing/outsourcing decisions, development of technical scopes of work, contractor bid walks, bid evaluations and other contractor performance related activities to ensure optimal performance

• Establish and monitor planned contractor schedules for plant/equipment within assigned area. Review and assist in prioritizing work schedules in alignment with customer needs. Review and report on contracting budgets, run rates, and forecasting.

• Monitor and report safety, health, and environmental requirements. Ensure manpower and work force skills are adequate and quality standards are met.

• Provide guidance to operations/maintenance staff on contract control processes and activities. Serve as technical expert on GSC contracting compliance activities and provide training and coaching as needed for team members.

• Develop tools and methods to assist the operating and support departments in communicating contractor requirements for their areas and follows up on contractor work quality and completion.

• Master a working knowledge of Company’s contracting standards, programs, and goals.

• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED and seven (7) years specific experience in maintenance, supply chain, or operations within a mining/mfg environment, OR

• High School diploma or GED and seven (7) years related experience in maintenance, supply chain, or operations within a mining/mfg environment including specific Planning experience, OR

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Accounting, Engineering or related field and three (3) years related experience in maintenance, mining/mfg operations or a related field.

• Working knowledge of contracting activities

Criteria/Conditions:

• Travel up to 75%

• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.

• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  $72,000-$98,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.  Click here (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/Total_Rewards_Estimate_3.4.pdf) to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role. 

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits 

• Company-paid life and disability insurance 

• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match 

• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave 

• Tuition Assistance 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Discounted insurance plans for auto, home and pet 

• Internal progression opportunities 

• Learn more (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Benefits/?locale=en_US) about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package! 

What We Require

Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

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