Buyer II - Indirect MRO

Gerdau•Midlothian, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer II is responsible for timely, cost-effective procurement of indirect goods, services, and MRO supporting production across assigned regions and commodities/categories. The role leads procurement activities involving national, regional, and local supplier agreements, negotiations, supplier selection and development, contract management, and strategic sourcing. The Buyer partners with central commodity teams, plant leadership, and internal customers to develop and execute strategies that reduce total cost, strengthen supplier performance, maintain continuity of supply, and support operational goals. The position supports Mill, Downstream, and Metallics/Raw Materials locations throughout the assigned region and manages approximately $20–$110 million in annual purchases. It also leads procurement projects, supports daily purchasing and supplier activities, manages CapEx equipment and services procurement, and coaches Buyers and other employees on procurement processes and best practices. The role is 100% onsite in Midlothian, Texas, with approximately 10–20% travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of indirect procurement experience involving contract development and implementation, purchase order management, negotiations, communications, accounting, taxes, and legal considerations.
Knowledge of manufacturing, industrial relations, logistics, procurement practices, and supply chain management.
Ability to analyze and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Experience negotiating, executing, and managing supplier contracts and agreements.
Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across procurement, operations, maintenance, logistics, accounting, and plant leadership.
Strong leadership skills and ability to coach and guide Buyers and other team members.
High ethical standards, strong work ethic, and an ownership mindset.
Knowledge of quality management and continuous improvement methodologies.
Working knowledge of foreign trade, INCO Terms, and contractual terms and conditions related to equipment and construction services.
Ability to travel approximately 10–20%.
Must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management.
Experience or knowledge related to steel manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute procurement strategies for assigned commodities and categories to achieve the best overall cost, quality, reliability, service, and continuity of supply.
Lead supplier negotiations and execute national, regional, and local contracts and supply agreements in accordance with company policies and guidelines.
Manage approximately $20–$110 million in annual purchases across assigned commodities/categories.
Support Mill, Downstream, and Metallics/Raw Materials locations throughout the assigned region.
Maintain knowledge of local markets, competitive conditions, supplier capabilities, procurement systems, and applicable business applications.
Analyze supply and demand requirements and adjust purchasing quantities and delivery schedules to support changing mill needs.
Build productive supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance, delivery, quality, safety, environmental compliance, and continuity of supply.
Evaluate supplier capabilities and past performance and identify opportunities to improve cost, quality, reliability, and service.
Partner with procurement teams, central commodity teams, plant management, operations, maintenance, stores, logistics, and accounting to achieve supply, inventory, and cost objectives.
Gather and analyze procurement data and communicate results, cost-saving opportunities, and market conditions to central, regional, and plant leadership.
Identify opportunities to reduce inventory and optimize Min/Max levels while maintaining adequate operational supply.
Monitor actual versus planned usage of production and non-production materials and act to support inventory and availability targets.
Manage supply agreements, including pricing, demand, balances, supplier obligations, and Gerdau performance requirements.
Lead procurement projects across mills within assigned commodities or categories.
Support the Regional Procurement Manager with daily procurement activities, including purchase order execution, expediting, supplier development, and resolution of non-conformance issues.
Coach and support Buyers and other employees in procurement processes, tools, policies, and best practices.
Facilitate communication and training on procurement methodologies, specifications, commercial terms and conditions, and safety and environmental compliance requirements.
Drive procurement process standardization and continuous improvement and support established Key Performance Indicators.
Manage procurement of CapEx equipment and services, ensuring purchases align with technical specifications and internal customer requirements.
Manage CapEx-related activities that may include milestone payments, supplier and Gerdau obligations, manufacturing timelines, construction schedules, and expediting.
Work with Central Procurement to identify alternative sources of supply and optimize inventories and working capital.
Assist with Annual Action Plans and established procurement policies, procedures, goals, and processes.
Resolve procurement and supplier discrepancies professionally while maintaining strong supplier and internal customer relationships.
Incorporate Gerdau's commitment to safety, ethics, sustainability, diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility into supplier relationships and purchasing decisions.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, eligible on the first day of hire
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
100% matching 401(k) up to 6%
Life and accidental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Annual bonus
Health Advocate Services
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement program
Career Path System and training
An empowering and open culture with opportunities to grow, lead, and create