Buyer

BICO Drilling Tools, Inc. • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Buyer is a critical role responsible for efficiently procuring goods and materials necessary for the company's operations. This role involves collaborating with suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of products while maintaining cost-effectiveness. The Buyer contributes to the seamless functioning of the supply chain by optimizing sourcing strategies and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related discipline required
• Experience in Inventory Control/Analysis and purchasing/procurement, especially for a multi-site manufacturing company within Oil and Gas Industry preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Spanish proficiency advantageous
• Strong organization, analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand the Company's supply demands and needs
• Ability to analyze and interpret cost drivers when developing cost savings strategies.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and timelines in a fluid environment, bearing high levels of responsibility and accountability
• Cognitive skills including learning, processing thoughts, applying knowledge, analyzing, reasoning, evaluating, and making appropriate decisions to achieve business goals and solve problems
• Flexibility to adjust to work routines as required to meet the company's needs

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Inventory Control/Analysis and purchasing/procurement, especially for a multi-site manufacturing company within Oil and Gas Industry preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Spanish proficiency advantageous

Responsibilities

• Process RFQs for indirect and R&D materials, ensuring procurement procedure compliance
• Collaborate with Purchasing Manager to meet purchase requests promptly
• Optimize response times by reviewing new purchase requisitions to meet operational needs
• Foster professional vendor relationships, promptly communicate identified risks to leadership
• Resolve internal department issues, ensuring seamless payment processes
• Review vendor quotes for accuracy, pricing, quality, and delivery timelines
• Ensure order accuracy through supplier follow-up and delivery confirmations
• Manage and track orders at risk of delayed delivery, proactively mitigate potential delays
• Source new vendors for Engineer Teams' R&D projects and initiatives
• Maintain meticulous purchase documentation, facilitating audits and reference
• Update purchase order due dates based on logistics and vendor schedules
• Efficiently allocate resources for maximum productivity
• Effectively communicate across all business levels, demonstrating strong verbal and written skills
• Contribute to cross-functional projects enhancing supply chain efficiency
• Ethically tackle challenges, leveraging problem-solving skills for effective solutions
• Demonstrate autonomy, seeking guidance from management when needed

Benefits

• Great medical, dental, and vision
• 401K program
• A generous Employee Referral Program
• A multitude of benefits and incentives to stay healthy and fit
• Plenty of paid time off for life, vacations, staycations, and rest
• Flexible schedules
• Company-sponsored events
• Employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees