Buyer - Capital Projects

A JAB Recruitment client is seeking a Buyer to join their team for a 1 year contract. The contract could be extended or converted, but this is not guaranteed.

The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years of experience as a Buyer within the oil and gas, energy, or midstream sectors working with large capital projects.

PLEASE NOTE:

• No C2C
• Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer without present or future sponsorship needs.
• This is a contract role located in Houston, Texas 77046 - local candidates only.
• Monday - Thursday, in Office - Greenway Plaza, Houston, 77046 - Fridays Only - Remote Work from home
• Contractor - Paid company Holidays

Primary purpose:

This position is responsible for materials, equipment and inventory purchasing. These activities will encompass:

• Preparing purchase orders, RFQs and reviewing requisitions for material purchases.
• Researching and evaluating suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service after the sale, support, availability, reliability, production, and distribution capabilities.
• Evaluate commercial bids
• Create and issue purchase orders using Oracle.
• Drive cost savings and value through supplier engagement.
• Participate in weekly project team meetings and provide procurement status updates.
• Identifying suppliers and developing strategic relationships.
• Understanding market conditions and effectively communicating trends/forecasts to stakeholders.
• Participating in the RFP/RFQ/RFA and negotiation processes - with a focus on creating value.
• Working in conjunction with Legal and stakeholders to negotiate purchase order terms and conditions.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to effectively manage the supplier portfolio.
• Developing/executing category strategies and the materials procurement plan.
• Resolving purchase order payment and quality issues with suppliers.
• Resolving delivery/receiving problems.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Primary focus will be on stakeholder engagement, market intelligence, strategic sourcing, category management, participating in RFP/RFQ events, negotiations, supplier management, and the execution and delivery of ongoing requirements.
• Source and negotiate terms for the procurement of materials.
• Ensure that purchase commitments are met and delivered.
• Act as a subject matter expert regarding materials procurement.
• Communicate clearly and concisely.
• Work independently to manage tasks and timelines.
• Input and maintain necessary data in company ERP system and participate in testing upgrades.
• Promote Procurement services throughout the organization.
• Support stakeholders to help achieve key organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant direct work experience may be considered as a substitute for a degree.

The ideal candidate will be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screenings.

JAB Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V