Local Buyer / Procurement Generalist, Specialist

CMA CGM•Houston, TX

3d•$99,500

About The Position

A Local Buyer / procurement generalist is responsible for managing day-to-day purchasing activities to support local operations in their “zone”. This role ensures the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services while maintaining compliance with company policies, quality standards, and budget requirements. The position works closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to meet operational needs and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Requirements

Management, Business, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience
Min 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations
Able to manage time efficiently and handle competing priorities. Able to work independently with little supervision.
Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract fundamentals, and commercial terms
Proven experience managing complex suppliers and negotiations
Good analytical skills, logical approach to complex matters and ability of strategic thinking and planning.
Result-oriented, problem solving, decision and execution focused.
Team player who works in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience sourcing local or regional suppliers

Responsibilities

Supporting purchase requisitions and purchase orders
Sourcing local suppliers when global or regional contracts are not applicable
Ensuring compliance with category and corporate procurement strategies
Managing local supplier relationships and resolving operational issues
Monitoring deliveries, quality, and invoicing
Supporting sites with urgent or operational needs
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

competitive Paid Time Off
401(k)
health insurance
employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car, and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.
Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.