Buyer/Purchasing Associate

Job Summary

Location: Stockton, CA

This position is responsible for purchasing materials, equipment and tools, rentals and services per the policies and procedures of Supply Chain Management including appropriate terms, conditions, and insurance. Work involves processing a full range of Purchase to Pay activities requiring considerable independent judgment, initiative, and discretion within Company policies. The role is full‑time and fully onsite in an office located at our power plant.

Key Accountabilities

Issue Purchase Orders for materials, tools, rentals, equipment, and services using SAP/SRM

Seek suppliers, bid, negotiate terms and conditions in an efficient and cost‑effective manner

Expedite the delivery of materials as required

Set up new vendors in system, securing proper documents and information

Work with sites and vendors to resolve material and service quality issues

Assure compliance with all Corporate, Site and Supply Chain established policies and procedures

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, management and others as required

Assist with payment and resolution of invoice issues as required

Assist other sites throughout DTE Vantage as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

Associate degree in a related discipline and knowledge and capabilities typically acquired through at least 1 year of relevant professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with SAP/SRM and Maximo

Other Requirements

Advanced organizational skills with excellent attention to detail

Intermediate skills in Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Demonstrated ability to negotiate commercial terms including terms and conditions

Able to function independently and reliably

High attention to details is required

Ability to function within a matrix organization in which functional and business leaders have equal authority and employees report to both types of leaders

Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with a welcoming, cooperative, and supportive demeanor consistent with DTE Service Keys

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Occasionally stand or walk and stoop or kneel; frequently sit

Talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use wrists, hands and/or fingers in repetitive motion; reach with hands and arms extensively

Occasionally lift objects of up to 10 pounds

Use computers with exposure to video display terminals; repetitive motion associated with data entry, use of a computer mouse and other office equipment

Vision requirements: close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Additional Information

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all‑inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EEO Statement

At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws.

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