Buyer II

The Shaw Group, LLC•The Woodlands, TX

17h

About The Position

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, supplies, equipment, and services to support manufacturing operations. This role ensures timely delivery of quality materials at competitive prices, maintains vendor relationships, and supports production schedules by monitoring inventory levels and resolving supply issues. The Buyer plays a key role in optimizing costs, ensuring supplier performance, and supporting continuous improvement within the supply chain.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Construction Management, Industrial Distribution or related field preferred.
2 - 3 years of supply chain, purchasing or procurement experience in a preferred manufacturing or industrial environment is required.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Infor, etc.).
Experience sourcing industrial materials, equipment, or technical components strongly preferred.
Expertise or working knowledge of pipe, fittings, flanges, valves, nuts, bolts and gaskets is preferred.
Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings/specifications (preferred).
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing systems.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see and to perform repetitive motion.
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Power BI and/or coding is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Support material sourcing efforts during the pre-contract and estimating stages of a pipe fabrication or module construction project.
Source and purchase raw materials, components, equipment, and services required for manufacturing operations.
Issue purchase orders and ensure accuracy of pricing, quantities, terms, and delivery schedules.
Monitor purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery and resolve delays or discrepancies.
Maintain optimal inventory levels by working with production planning, warehousing, and operations.
Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers as needed.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable and consistent supply.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and protect company interests.
Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost) and partner with them on corrective actions when needed.
Analyze pricing trends, market changes, and cost drivers to support purchasing decisions.
Maintain accurate records of purchasing transactions, supplier contracts, and pricing agreements.
Support budgeting and cost-reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing and negotiation.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and industry regulations.
Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve material or specification issues.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts to streamline the procurement process.
Identify opportunities to reduce material waste, improve lead times, and enhance supplier performance.