Project Buyer

AUC Group LLC • Houston, TX

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Seven Seas Water Group (SSWG) is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Buyer with a proven track record to manage procurement processes, vendor relationships, and resource allocation to support organizational objectives. The ideal candidate will leverage their 2-5 years of experience in project coordination, supplier management, and contract administration to source high-quality goods and services, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure delivery timely and within budget. This role requires strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to align purchasing strategies with business goals.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in procurement focused roles with a focus on purchasing, expediting, and supplier management.
• Proven expertise in sourcing materials and coordinating with suppliers
• Experience managing contracts, financial reconciliations, and project documentation, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills to manage vendor relationships and stakeholder expectations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (IFS), and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Procore) and tools like Bluebeam for reviewing product requirements.
• Analytical mindset for cost analysis, market research, and risk assessment.
• Problem-solving skills to address supply chain challenges and ensure project success.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or similar are a plus.
• Familiarity with construction, manufacturing, or retail industries preferred, with experience in material sourcing and project closeout processes.
• Proactive decision-making and problem-solving.
• Relationship-building with vendors, clients, and internal teams.
• Time management and prioritization under tight deadlines.
• Ethical conduct and adherence to compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate suppliers to source materials and services, ensuring compliance with quality standards, project specifications and legal requirements.
• Negotiate contracts to secure cost-effective pricing and delivery terms.
• Work with PMs, PM Coordinators and engineering team to assist with quote requests during the bidding and estimating process.
• Work with existing suppliers to standardize and optimize pricing to be consistent with market trends related to material and labor cost changes.
• Proactively monitor and track purchase orders to ensure on time delivery of equipment to projects and facilities.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve delays, bottlenecks, or disruptions in the supply chain.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date delivery schedules at all times.
• Setup new suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and contractors; monitor performance, and address issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
• Assist in Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining accurate procurement documentation, including purchase orders, contracts, and purchasing reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal teams (e.g., project managers, finance accounting, and operations) and external vendors to ensure seamless communication and alignment on project goals as it relates to procurement.
• Reconcile accounts, prepare budget reports, and track purchasing metrics to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality.
• Use procurement software to streamline workflows and monitor spending.
• Leverage proficiency in project management tools and ERP software to organize procurement data, track progress, and improve efficiency.
• Utilize AI tools to automate on-going spend analysis and reporting.
• Identify potential supply chain risks and implement solutions to ensure uninterrupted project delivery.

Benefits

• We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company.
• In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

What This Job Offers

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