Project Buyer (Pump Manufacturing)

Project Buyer (Pump Manufacturing) - 2135 Posted 4 months ago Description This role focuses on the end-to-end procurement process of engineered equipment, raw materials, and components necessary for specific pump manufacturing projects. The Project Buyer ensures materials are procured to meet project timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints, acting as the vital link between Engineering, Project Management, and Suppliers to ensure successful product development and production. Key Responsibilities Sourcing & Procurement: Identify, evaluate, and select qualified suppliers for engineered pump components. Issue Request for Quotation (RFQ) and prepare commercial bid analyses. Contract Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and technical changes with suppliers to achieve best-cost, quality, and delivery targets. Project Alignment: Coordinate purchasing activities with project timelines (BOM cost management) to ensure all materials arrive on time for assembly. Supplier Management: Build strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure a reliable supply chain. Monitor supplier performance (quality, lead time, and cost) and conduct supplier audits/visits. Technical Liaison: Work closely with Engineering and Production teams to understand technical specifications, manage BOM (Bill of Materials) changes, and resolve supplier capacity issues. Order Management: Create and manage purchase orders (POs) in ERP systems (e.g., Prophet 21, Infor M3) and expedite deliveries to avoid production delays. Quality Control: Ensure that purchased materials meet quality standards, cooperating with Quality Assurance to address and resolve non-conformances. Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify potential risks in the supply chain (e.g., foundry capacity shortages) and develop contingency plans. Required Skills & Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred. Experience: 3–5+ years of procurement experience, preferably within the pump, machinery, or heavy manufacturing industry. Technical Knowledge: Understanding of manufacturing processes (foundry/casting, machining, welding) is highly desirable. Systems: Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Infor M3, Prophet 21) and Microsoft Office Suite, specifically advanced Excel skills. Negotiation: Proven ability to negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. Desired Characteristics Sense of Urgency: Operates proactively to meet tight project deadlines. Detail-Oriented: Highly organized, with a focus on accuracy in PO creation and documentation. Analytical: Able to analyze cost data and identify cost‑saving opportunities. Additional Information: Physical Demand: N/A Working Conditions: Office environment Training/Certifications: N/A Shift Time/Overtime: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., some overtime as needed Travel: N/A Location: USA:TX: Houston DXP offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time regular employees, normally working a minimum of 30 hours per week including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401(k), paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products. All part‑time and temporary employees are eligible for 401(k). Minimum Required Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. EOE/M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr