Buyer/Sr. Buyer

Location: Houston, TX 77002 (100% Onsite)

Duration: 24 Months Interview:

Video Job Description: Job Title: Buyer/Sr. Buyer

Location: Houston, TX 77002 (100% Onsite)

Duration: 24 Months Interview: 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 4 Yr. 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.