Buyer/Sr. Buyer

Visa: Greencard or US Citizens (Client is giving first preference to local American Native US Citizens)


Location: Houston, TX 77002 (100% Onsite)


Duration: 24 Months


Interview: Video

Job Description:

Job Title: Buyer/Sr. Buyer


Location: Houston, TX 77002 (100% Onsite)

Duration: 24 Months

Interview: Video

Responsibilities:
• Lead the material procurement management of assigned projects, which are of varying levels of complexity
• Conduct bid spreadsheet analyses and commercial evaluations of proposals; Coordinate overall evaluations with project clients. Uses analysis in negotiations with suppliers
• Develop, issue, and manage RFPs, RFQ, RFIs, etc.
• Single point of contact (SPOC) pertaining to purchase orders within area of responsibility
• Liaise with bidders, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders (supplier qualification, engineering, project team, Legal, Risk, etc.) as required
• Brings key industry contacts and relationships for suppliers of interstate natural gas pipe, valves, fittings and other key categories
• Fully understand all terms and conditions of all purchase orders and work within the purchase order terms and conditions in all dealings with the supplier
• Ensure all relevant information is received to maintain SAP records
• Ability to understand bill of materials and specifications
• Leads cross-functional teams
• Develops and executes savings opportunities, efficiencies and process improvements
• Interact with high levels of colleagues and management to routinely resolve issues which involve exceptional controversy or have the potential to affect a major business segment
• Develops and presents recommendations to business leaders regarding cost drivers, supplier performance, industry trends, etc.
• Actively identifies future Supply Chain needs and opportunities based on data, business unit needs and market analysis.

Minimum Qualification:

• Relevant 4Yr. University degree and a designation in a Supply Chain Management program
• Strategic thinker and team player, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• 5 years Procurement experience purchasing natural gas equipment (Pipe, Valves, Fittings, Engineered Equipment, etc.)
• Knowledge of strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management
• Technical & commercial experience in materials and services with emphasis on midstream operations (e.g. pipe, valve, fittings etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in developing relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results and achieve goals
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Experience in conducting RFPs for pipeline and facilities construction for natural gas company
• Able to work under tight deadlines and demonstrates strong time management and priority setting skills.