Operational Buyer

Freudenberg Group • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments. EagleBurgmann Industries LP Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist is preferred
• Strong knowledge of negotiations, sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and supplier development
• Proven ability to manage supplier performance and build strategic relationships
• Experience working in a structured procurement environment, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Experience in SAP or other ERP systems
• Ability to work onsite

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end procurement operations in alignment with P2P standards, including purchase order creation, order confirmations, and invoice verification
• Monitor order fulfillment by tracking delivery dates and proactively following up with suppliers
• Implement commodity sourcing strategies in partnership with Commodity Buyers and provide supplier performance feedback
• Manage service priorities by addressing critical demand and escalating supply or supplier issues as needed
• Resolve supplier-related issues, including late deliveries and material shortages, and coordinate corrective actions
• Expedite materials and ensure timely resolution of urgent supply chain disruptions
• Maintain accurate procurement data in SAP, including master data, pricing, lead times, and supplier records
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies, optimizing demand bundling, and enhancing procurement workflows

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed