Buyer

Smith Industries, LLC • Midland, TX

3h

About The Position

Smith Industries is a fabricator of oil and gas surface production equipment serving West Texas and Eastern New Mexico. The Buyer manages purchases of materials, equipment, and services, including reviewing requisitions, sourcing vendors, negotiating contracts, and tracking deliveries. Reporting to the Senior Supply Chain Manager, the Buyer works with vendors and internal departments to secure appropriate materials at competitive prices and ensure timely delivery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Strong experience in purchasing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of API, ASME, and other applicable standards, procedures, and work instructions.
• Strong negotiation skills with vendors and suppliers.
• Ability to manage several projects at once and deliver quality work on tight timeframes.
• Detail-oriented and reliable, with a strong work ethic and professional attitude.
• Professional written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Sound judgment and decision-making with the company's best interests in mind.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review requisitions for goods and services, and expedite orders as needed.
• Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Estimate costs using market pricing knowledge and vendor quotes.
• Determine procurement methods, such as direct purchase or bid.
• Evaluate products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items.
• Review bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budget limits and scope of authority.
• Procure and coordinate purchases of raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies.
• Maintain procurement records, including items purchased, cost, delivery, and vendor performance, and identify problems and take corrective action.
• Stay current on market trends, business practices, and new or changing materials in assigned markets.
• Maintain quality control files and other department documentation.
• Follow safety policies, wear required PPE, report incidents immediately, and stop work when a job cannot be done safely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED