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ANTARCTICA: Procurements, Supply Chain & Property Packet Lead
Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) manages the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). The USAP supports all U.S. scientific research and related logistics in Antarctica and aboard USAP vessels that operate along the continental margin and in the Southern Ocean. Science within the Antarctic research portfolio is chosen and funded by NSF and other Federal agencies, including NASA, NOAA, and the Department of Energy. The purpose of the Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract (ASESC) is to enable that science.
All participants are responsible formaintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority. This includes compliance with all ASESC environmental health & safety, and quality assurance requirements.
The Procurement, Supply Chain & Property Packet Lead plays a critical role in ensuring the uninterrupted flow of materials, equipment, services, and property management functions necessary to support Antarctic operations, scientific research, and infrastructure activities acrossthe Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract (ASESC). This position serves as the primary interface between operational stakeholders, subcontractors, suppliers, government representatives, and internal functional teams to ensure procurement, supply chain, and property requirements are effectively integrated into program operations.
*This is a remote position based in the US.
Roles and Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight for procurement planning, sourcing strategies, inventory management, property accountability, and supply chain performance
Coordinate with operations, science support, logistics, engineering, facilities, information technology, and finance teams to ensure timely acquisition and delivery of required goods and services
Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, company policies, government regulations, and property management standards
Oversee government-furnished property, contractor-acquired property, inventory control systems, asset tracking, and property accountability programs
Monitor supply chain performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and enhance customer support
Coordinate material forecasts, demand planning, inventory levels, and replenishment activities to support operational readiness
Supervise assigned personnel, including workload assignment, performance management, training, mentoring, and professional development activities
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Procurement, Operations Management, or a related field; equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education
Typically 7+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, property management, or a related field
Experience with property management, asset accountability, inventory management systems, and materials planning processes
Experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP), inventory management, procurement, and property management systems
Knowledge of warehouse operations, transportation management, international shipping, customs, and import/export processes
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
