Procurement Buyer

Inframark • Tomball, TX

80d

About The Position

Join Inframark's award-winning Automation and Intelligence team, where we deliver cutting-edge solutions in instrumentation and controls, industrial cybersecurity, data analysis, and remote network operations center services for water and wastewater plants. As a Procurement Buyer, you will assist our project teams with the planning, sourcing, expediting, vendor evaluation, and selection of materials and services required to meet project commitments while aligning with strategic partners with organizational buying initiatives. You will work closely with our project execution teams and supply chain organization to ensure cost-effective and timely procurement of project materials while adhering closely to company policies and procedures. This position will report to the Procurement Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management or related field or 4+ years of experience in purchasing; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience in process improvement.
• Experience in inventory management.
• Experience working with ERP systems (Net Suite).
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Nice To Haves

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Assertive, self-motivated, goal and result driven.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with project execution teams to understand the material requirements and timing for the project.
• Provide assistance for lead time considerations, ordering, obtaining and evaluating quotes, negotiating terms and expediting materials.
• Create and manage purchase orders, track order status, and resolve any discrepancies or issues.
• Ensure accuracy in order details, quantities, and delivery dates.
• Assist in handling quality issues or returns, if necessary.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including logistics, finance, manufacturing, warehouse, and operations.
• Follow up with suppliers on delivery status and commitments.
• Proactively resolve issues (i.e., material shortages, quality issues, etc.) with vendors and internal customers using organizational savvy and critical thinking skills.
• Maintain strong internal stakeholder relationships through follow-up and communication regarding material arrival issues arising in the supply chain.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package.
• Generous benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Sick leave.
• Holidays.
• Wellness plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees