Buyer/Sr. Buyer
3b staffingHouston (TX)
About the role
Visa:
Greencard or US Citizens (Client is giving first preference to local American Native US Citizens)
Location: Houston, TX 77002 (100% Onsite)
Duration: 24 MonthsInterview: Video Job Description:
Job Title: Buyer/Sr. BuyerLocation: Houston, TX 77002 (100% Onsite)
Duration: 24 MonthsInterview: 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.
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