Sr. Facilities Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Responsible for the procurement lifecycle for capital projects including forecasting facilities equipment, PVF electrical, automation, pipeline, and associated mechanical/electrical labor . This role takes full ownership of the supply chain cycle from RFP to final equipment delivery and project close-out. Responsible for overseeing vendor management, detailed tracking of equipment status, and managing various data sources. Responsible for assuring cost-effective, safe, timely, and quality operations, identifying problematic scenarios, and implementing preventative measures in the assigned categories.

Essential Roles & Responsibilities

• End-to-End Ownership: Own and manage the entire procurement process for assigned categories, from issuing the initial Request for Proposal (RFP) to ensuring final equipment delivery, and project close-out.
• Category Management: Act as the primary category manager for facilities equipment, PVF, and electrical/automation. Execute and develop sourcing strategies that can be standardized, ensuring the timely acquisition of high-quality equipment and services at competitive prices.
• Strategic Sourcing: Analyze and report on vendor performance, project timelines, and cost-savings data to manage trends and support recommendations to management for all assigned categories.
• Advanced Technical Understanding: Maintain an advanced understanding of facilities equipment, PVF, automation, fabrication processes, and project management to drive value.
• Leadership: Train, mentor, and coach stakeholders on procurement policies and objectives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Lead integrated solutions meetings and interact with engineers, project managers, and consultants providing them with procurement updates and strategies.
• Operational Support: Support all areas of operations to ensure internal processes and daily requirements are fulfilled for the procurement of both materials and services.
• Vendor Management: Lead and coordinate with third-party vendors to review schedule and follow up on fabrication, delivery, and ensure Master Work agreements (MWAs) are in place and valid.
• Audit and Compliance: A disciplined approach to saving and organizing required procurement documentation for audit purposes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Role-Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Proven track record of leading Strategic RFPs from development and issuance through bid evaluation, negotiation, and award, along with demonstrated experience managing facilities procurement activities for capital projects.
• General:  A self-motivated and disciplined self-starter who is comfortable working independently. Demonstrates a proficient understanding of all Supply Chain disciplines (Procurement, Supplier Management, Category Management, Asset Management) and possesses a strong work ethic, critical thinking skills, and exceptional attention to detail
• Role-Specific: In-depth knowledge of production and facilities equipment, materials, and related purchasing strategies. Proficient in E&P understanding to develop sourcing initiatives that drive value.
• Negotiation & Problem Solving : Strong negotiation skills and extensive experience in vendor management. Recognizes and assesses unique problems, proposes solutions, and demonstrates sound decision making.
• Collaboration & Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Works effectively with others, facilitates cross-functional relationships, and builds trust with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Computer Applications:   High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Proficient in company-specific software, including   Enverus, Power BI, ISN, and other proprietary systems.
• Business Acumen: Proficient understanding of industry operations and how they drive company results. Understands how procurement and business activity integrate with financial processes.
• Ethics & Safety: Conducts all business with the highest ethical standards and promotes a safe work environment, complying with all company policies and procedures.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred with 8+ years’ experience in Supply Chain, procurement, or category management. Associate’s Degree will also be considered with 10+ years experience in Supply Chain, procurement, or category management.
• Experience with capital equipment purchasing and strategic sourcing.

Preferred Experience

Experience in an Oil & Gas capacity is preferred along with:

• Required experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and capital equipment purchasing.
• Required experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and managing MSAs.
• Required experience in project procurement, cost-savings analysis, and equipment tracking.
• Extensive knowledge of E&P operations and managing multi-disciplined projects.

SM Energy offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Careers :: SM Energy Company (SM) (sm-energy.com).

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.