Buyer

  Buyer

JOB-10048013

Anticipated Start Date

November 24, 2026

Location

Tulsa, OK

Type of Employment

Contract

Employer Info

Our client is a world leader in gases, technologies, and services used in many industries and for Health purposes. Oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter, and energy. With safety as their priority, training will be provided for all employees to ensure the job is done properly. This client also hires many of their full-time employees through temporary agencies, so many of our roles are temp-to-hire. This gives our candidates and the client an opportunity to ensure that this will be a good fit for a full-time role with their company. All roles have an opportunity for career advancement once full-time with our client and provide excellent benefits to their full-time employees.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Buyer to research and purchase quality products and materials, manage purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure timely delivery while supporting procurement needs and maintaining cost efficiency.

Job Description

• Ensure that all requests have clearly defined mechanical and performance specifications and/or scope of work to effectively communicate client requirements to potential suppliers
• Ensure timely and accurate placement of purchase orders/contracts in accordance with internal customer requirements and the approved supplier list, maximizing savings in each transaction
• Enter purchase orders into the ERP system
• Protect the client through sound commercial and legal terms incorporated into purchase orders or contracts
• Manage all blanket orders to ensure expiration dates do not lapse before renewal
• Establish additional blanket orders
• Display proficient knowledge and use of SAP and Oracle R2 procurement and reporting modules
• Demonstrate proficient use of Google+ for email
• Research, select, and purchase quality products and materials
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating for optimal pricing within budget
• Process purchase orders and requisitions, providing regular status updates to management
• Arrange transportation for goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery
• Liaise with inventory teams, management, and the stockroom to coordinate logistics
• Assess the quality of received stock and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management
• Make informed purchasing decisions based on demand and cross-departmental needs

Skills Required

• Relevant experience is preferred
• Proficient in SAP and Oracle R2 procurement and reporting modules
• Proficient in using Google+ for email
• Excellent computer skills, specifically in Google Sheets, Docs, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of sales and marketing principles is considered an advantage

Education/Training/Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED
  

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to pass a drug screening and criminal background check
• Work Setup: Onsite (with the possibility of working from home later in the assignment)

Pay Rate/Salary

• $20.66/hr. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location

GAS Energy Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factors protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.