Associate Buyer

DTE Energy

2d•$61,000 - $91,000•Onsite

About The Position

DTE is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer’s homes and Michigan’s progress for more than a century. And as Michigan’s largest source of renewable energy, we’re creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We’re also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states. But we’re more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences, and values everyone’s health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things. The pay range for this position is $61,000.00 - $91,000.00. Job SummaryLocation: Stockton, CA This position is responsible for purchasing materials, equipment and tools, rentals and services per the policies and procedures of Supply Chain Management including appropriate terms, conditions, and insurance. Work involves processing a full range of Purchase to Pay activities requiring considerable independent judgment, initiative, and discretion within Company policies. This role is fully onsite located in an office within a biomass fueled power plant.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related discipline and knowledge and capabilities typically acquired through at least 1 year of relevant professional experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Advanced organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Intermediate skills in Microsoft applications (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
Demonstrated ability to negotiate commercial terms including terms and conditions
Able to function independently and reliably
High attention to details is required
Ability to function within a matrix organization in which functional and business leaders have equal authority within the organization and employees report to both a functional leader and a business leader
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills coupled with a welcoming, cooperative, and supportive demeanor consistent with DTE Service Keys

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP/SRM and Maximo

Responsibilities

Issue Purchase Orders for materials, tools, rentals, equipment, and services using SAP/SRM
Seek suppliers, bid, negotiate terms and conditions in an efficient and cost-effective manner
Expedite the delivery of materials as required
Set up new vendors in system, securing proper documents and information
Work with sites and vendors to resolve material and service quality issues
Assure compliance with all Corporate, Site, and Supply Chain established policies and procedures
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, management, and others as required
Assist with payment and resolution of invoice issues as required
Assist other sites throughout DTE Vantage as needed
Performs other duties as assigned