Project Procurement Specialist - Expeditor_

St. Louis

**About Us**

Ameren is a leader in the energy industry, and our transformation toward more clean, renewable energy is also transforming other industries and infrastructure in our communities. As a regional company serving local customers, we not only serve our communities, we're a part of them. This isn't just a job. At Ameren, we invest in you, so you can power the quality of life you want.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is one of the core values that guides us in everything we do. We are committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that brings diverse perspectives to every area of our business.

**Our benefits include:**

+ Medical coverage on date of hire

+ 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan

+ 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire

+ Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays

+ Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave

**About Ameren Services (B&CS)**

Ameren Services provides administrative support and services to Ameren Corporation and its operating companies, subsidiaries and affiliates. Ameren Services includes a wide range of skill sets and roles, from finance and legal experts to digital and cyber specialists, plus those charged with ensuring environmental compliance and operational safety. Together, we help execute a strategy that enables Ameren to deliver superior long-term value to customers, shareholders and the environment.

**Project Procurement Specialist - Expeditor** **_(ZA0937)_**

**_About The Position_**

_The Project Procurement Specialist - Expeditor is a project procurement position that works with Ameren project teams, Business Segment stakeholders and Ameren suppliers and contractors in the planning, coordination and execution of materials and equipment orders related to projects._

**_Key responsibilities include:_**

+ Coordinate with Project Procurement Specialists and Strategic Sourcing professionals on potential supplier issues for the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) process

+ Responsible for coordinating the resolution constraints (such as capacity issues, logistics challenges) with Project Managers, Suppliers, and the Ameren Supply Chain teams to identify project and portfolio impacts and facilitate project prioritization discussions.

+ Responsible for making sure material deliveries align with project delivery needs as it affects construction, outage, and in-service dates (e.g., lifting equipment needed to unload materials are onsite when needed and work can be completed safely). Elevates to Supply Chain teams as necessary for resolution.

+ Accountable for tracking and developing forecasts on need-by dates, order-by dates, and drawing submittal dates to meet need-by dates based on lead times and production slots (i.e. transformers, control enclosures, breakers, etc.). Assembles project material forecasts and provides to Supply Chain teams for analysis and communications to Suppliers.

+ Accountable for tracking long-lead time materials based on key manufacturing milestones to ensure accuracy of delivery times vs. need-by dates

+ Develop and utilize PO pending reports (internal requisition/PO approval sequence) to communicate with business line and Supply Chain approvers to ensure orders are completed to support project need-by dates.

+ Track supplier acknowledgements (order confirmation) to confirm PO's have been received and need-by dates are achievable.

+ Use information on supplier follow-up reports (order tracking) to confirm material delivery dates are in support of project milestones. Work with Supply Chain teams for resolution with Suppliers as needed.

+ Develop and utilize stock material back order reports (date jeopardies) to identify project need-by date jeopardies. Work with Junior Buyer to confirm dates with Suppliers and identify opportunities to expedite.

+ Develop look-aheads for deliveries upcoming in the field

+ Confirm with Suppliers and Stores any changes to material sequencing plan

+ At the time project sites are ready to receive material, provide updated site contact information to Storerooms and engage Supply Chain teams to update PO's for efficient advanced delivery notifications.

+ Use information provided by Ameren stores and warehouses on stock material deliveries

+ Through direct interaction with Construction Supervisors, Contractors, and Ameren crews, track requested vs. actual delivery dates of material as it arrives in the field (supplier performance).

+ Enter non-stock material receipts and collection of Material Tracking Records (MTRs), as appropriate

+ Facilitate material returns process by coordinating with appropriate Ameren warehousing personnel for project materials

+ Use logistics service provider software and shipper systems to track promised ship dates and monitor status

**_Qualifications_**

Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, Digital, or other related field from an accredited university. MBA, JD, or other related graduate degree preferred. Five or more years of directly relevant work experience in contracting, construction, strategic sourcing, purchasing, consulting, cost accounting, engineering, legal, or finance is required. Candidates with an advanced degree will be considered with three or more years of experience.

**In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:**

Experience working with and managing contracts required. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required. Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management required. Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently required. Solid verbal and written communication skills preferred.

**_Additional Information_**

Ameren’s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include a leadership assessment process. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

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**If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:**

**All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.**