Operational Buyer

Freudenberg Group • Houston, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operational Buyer will execute end-to-end procurement operations in alignment with P2P standards. This role involves managing purchase orders, order confirmations, and invoice verification. The buyer will monitor order fulfillment, track delivery dates, and proactively follow up with suppliers. They will also implement commodity sourcing strategies in partnership with Commodity Buyers and provide supplier performance feedback. Managing service priorities by addressing critical demand and escalating supply or supplier issues as needed is a key aspect of this role. The buyer will resolve supplier-related issues, including late deliveries and material shortages, and coordinate corrective actions. Expediting materials and ensuring timely resolution of urgent supply chain disruptions are also responsibilities. Maintaining accurate procurement data in SAP, including master data, pricing, lead times, and supplier records, is crucial. The role also involves driving continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies, optimizing demand bundling, and enhancing procurement workflows.

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