Buyer I

Our client, a major Midstream Oil & Gas company, is looking for a Buyer I to work on a 12-month contract in Houston, TX.

Accountabilities

Review and process purchase requisitions for goods/services and ensure compliance with purchasing procedures and requisition requirements.Submit RFQ’s to approved suppliers/contractors.Interact with Suppliers, Contractors, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Consultants, and other department personnel regarding requisition requirements, procurement procedures, approvals, order status, and follow-up.Maintain records in accordance with established policies and procedures and audit guidelines /SOX requirements.Build and maintain relations with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Release reviewed and approved purchase orders to suppliers.Validate and execute change orders related to material or services issued as per the requirements and requisition of the stakeholder.Complete all required close-out activities for materials and services and work with internal and external stakeholders to validate close-out.Direct spending to preferred suppliers in order to maintain cost-effective rates.Ensure assigned Supply Chain procedures and initiatives minimize risk and provide the highest overall total value to the company.Other duties (in addition to or in place of those described above), as assigned by the people leader according to the needs of the location or Company.

Required

University degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Economics or a related fieldPrevious related experience within Supply Chain as a materials/services buyerEquivalent combinations of education and experience will be consideredBasic understanding of supply chain concepts including an understanding of the current market conditions, key suppliers, industry knowledge, and materials or services being procured (basic materials to complex services).Ability to effectively communicate within a team environment.Ability to influence stakeholders/customers without authority.Possess a “sense of urgency” and ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment.Knowledge of Procurement processes/policies such as SOX policies.Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures and industry trends.General knowledge of legal terminology including standard contract terms and conditions.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.Demonstrates integrity, ethical behavior, trust, safety, and stewardshipDesktop application skills and knowledgeKnowledge of MS Office, MS Excel, MS Power Point and SharePoint.

Preferred

Experience with Oracle Cloud or other ERP buying systems