Our client, a Energy Services company, is looking for a Materials - Buyer - Direct - Entry for their Austin, TX location.
Responsibilities:
Negotiates pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision.
Manage none strategic suppliers (none QFM) $5M.
Quotes materials; procures materials, components, equipment and services at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.
Expedites and ensures the timely receipt of materials.
Works with engineering and MPM or SCM to recommend new suppliers.
Issues RFQs, analyzes proposals, negotiates prices and delivery, issues and/or adjusts purchase orders in a timely manner.
Follows-up on orders, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records.
Follows purchasing business processes:
Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.
Leads problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues
Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field is typically preferred
Technical Skills: Required: Data analysis, inventory management, procurement processes, and supply chain technologies
Soft Skills: Required: effective communication, negotiation, critical thinking, and problem-solving
Functional Knowledge:
Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
Understanding of supply chain processes and purchasing strategies.
Knowledge of inventory management and logistics.
Familiarity with contract management and vendor relations.
Strong communication skills to collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams.
Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
Business Expertise:
Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
Significant experience in purchasing or procurement,
Experience in a similar industry or with specific products relevant to the hiring organization may be required.
Leadership:
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
Problem Solving:
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Impact:
Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
Interpersonal Skills:
Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and pricing.
Excellent analytical skills to assess vendors and evaluate product quality and cost-effectiveness.
Proficiency in procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA
Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Motivation, initiative, collaboration, connectivity and coaching