Chris Keown
Pinehurst
Summary
Results-driven procurement manager with a strong record in executing high-value projects across refining and specialty chemicals. Successfully directed multi-million dollar initiatives, aligning procurement strategies with business objectives and achieving substantial cost savings. Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation and global supplier development, fostering operational efficiencies.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Procurement Manager
Kellogg Brown & Root LLC
Houston
02.2011 - Current
- Facilitated $600 million furnace unit project in Uzbekistan.
- Directed $500 million refinery upgrade in Whiting, IN.
- Oversaw $500 million refinery upgrade in Toledo, OH.
- Executed $160 million furnace unit project in Channelview, TX.
- Managed logistics, material control, and field purchasing, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with project specifications.
- Developed procurement man-hour and material estimates for diverse projects.
- Collaborated with clients to ensure alignment of company values, strategies, and project goals.
- Trained and supervised purchasing specialists in Chennai, India, enhancing negotiation and authorization of orders.
Category Manager- Static Equipment
Kellogg Brown & Root LLC
Houston
11.2007 - 01.2011
- Analyzed market factors for static equipment, including pricing, suppliers, production processes, and specifications, to optimize purchasing strategy and enhance value.
- Identified key market factors for static equipment to reduce purchasing costs.
- Analyzed pricing, suppliers, production processes, and specifications to maximize value.
- Led a team of commodity buyers, delivered monthly updates to senior management on project progress, conducted quarterly market surveys and analysis, discovered cost savings opportunities, and sourced suppliers in emerging markets.
- Developed supplier base in Europe and Asia for pressure vessels and heat exchangers by collaborating with engineering and quality departments to identify and vet fabricators and their sub-suppliers.
- Completed overseas assignments to train fabricators on KBR work practices and expectations for executing purchase orders.
- Executed overseas assignments to educate fabricators on KBR work practices and expectations for executing purchase orders.
Senior Purchasing Specialist
Kellogg Brown & Root LLC
Houston
05.2003 - 10.2007
- Developed bidder lists, issued RFQs, analyzed bids, and negotiated purchase terms and conditions for engineered equipment and bulk materials, enhancing supplier selection process.
- Served as a commodity specialist focused on sourcing civil materials for projects.
- Supervised project buyers and expeditors, ensuring adherence to work methods and timely procurement.
- Maintained material status reports and expedited deliverables, ensuring project timelines were met.
- Compared incoming supplier invoices against purchase orders and resolved any discrepancies.
Education
BBA - Management
University of Houston
Houston, Texas06-2003
Skills
- Procurement strategy
- Contract negotiation
- Supplier negotiation
- Contract management
- Supplier relationship management
- Supply chain optimization
- Cost analysis
- Financial analysis
- Project leadership
- Market research
References
Available Upon Request
Project Experience
- Plaquemines LNG Project (Plaquemines, LA)
- Lyondell MKO Project (Markham, TX)
- Methanex G3 Methanol Project (Geismar, LA)
- Lyondell OP1 Debottleneck Project (Channelview, TX)
- Shell/Motiva Heater & Boiler NOx Reduction- multiple domestic refinery projects
- Ustyurt Gas Chemical Plant SCORE Furnace Project (Russia)
- Lyondell Equistar TSA SCORE Furnace Project (Channelview, TX)
- Qatar Fertilizer Plant Offsites and Utilities Project (QAFCO)
- Skikda New LNG Train Project
- BP Toledo Reformer 3 Project
- BP Whiting Naphtha Hydrotreater Project
- ConocoPhillips WRB Gasoline Benzene Reduction Project
Timeline
Project Procurement Manager
Kellogg Brown & Root LLC
02.2011 - Current
Category Manager- Static Equipment
Kellogg Brown & Root LLC
11.2007 - 01.2011
Senior Purchasing Specialist
Kellogg Brown & Root LLC
05.2003 - 10.2007
BBA - Management
University of Houston