Buyer / Purchaser / Procurement / Supply Chain / Logistics

Zeeco fosters a robust work environment where employees, from engineering teams to support groups, benefit from a strong culture, trained leadership, and opportunities for growth. The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring equipment, materials, and services related to vapor recovery systems, ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisition to support operational needs. The Buyer collaborates with engineering, operations, and project management teams to ensure seamless supply chain operations while optimizing costs and maintaining quality standards.

Vendor Sourcing and Management: Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with suppliers of vapor recovery units, components, and related services, ensuring reliability and quality.

Procurement Planning: Collaborate with project managers and engineers to forecast material and equipment needs for vapor recovery projects, aligning with project timelines and budgets.

Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to secure cost-effective agreements while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.

Purchase Order Management: Create, issue, and track purchase orders for vapor recovery equipment, such as compressors, condensers, and control systems, ensuring timely delivery.

Market Research: Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and technological advancements in vapor recovery systems to inform purchasing decisions and maintain competitive advantage.

Ensure all procurement activities comply with environmental regulations, safety standards, and company policies; Supplier Performance Evaluation: Assess supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and cost, addressing issues and implementing corrective actions as needed.

Partner with engineering and operations teams to verify technical specifications for vapor recovery equipment and resolve any procurement-related issues.

Identify opportunities to reduce costs through bulk purchasing, long-term contracts, or alternative suppliers without compromising quality or project requirements.

Review and prioritize purchase requisitions for vapor recovery equipment and components. Communicate with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.

Issue purchase orders and track delivery progress to ensure alignment with project timelines.

Update procurement records and maintain accurate documentation for audits and compliance.

Participate in meetings with project teams to align procurement with operational goals.

Address and resolve any supply chain disruptions, such as delayed shipments or defective materials.

3-5 years of procurement experience.

• Knowledge of vapor recovery technologies, such as vapor recovery units (VRUs), compressors, and emission control systems is a big plus.
• Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with international sourcing and logistics for oil and gas equipment.

Certification in supply chain management (e.g., Understanding of environmental compliance related to vapor recovery and emissions control.

Working at Zeeco means being part of a people-centric culture and environment built on mutual respect, personal encouragement, professional integrity, and limitless opportunity. Join Zeeco and embark on a fulfilling journey where innovation, collaboration, and personal and professional growth converge.

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