Senior Buyer

TechnipFMC • Davis, CA

283d • $71,600 - $133,000

About The Position

TechnipFMC is committed to driving real change in the energy industry. Our ambition is to build a sustainable future through relentless innovation and global collaboration - and we want you to be part of it. You'll be joining a culture that values curiosity, expertise, and ideas as well as diversity, inclusion, and authenticity. Bring your unique energy to our team of more than 20,000 people worldwide, and discover a rewarding, fulfilling, and varied career that you can take in anywhere you want to go. The Senior Buyer is responsible for the procurement of materials to achieve the production schedule and support new product and supplier development as needed. Main function is to issue P.O. per demand in the ERP system, follow up on open orders, and resolve quality issues (RTV as needed). Key deliverables insure parts meet specifications, meet on-time delivery and competitive pricing. This position will interact with all Departments within the Company, vendors and Subject Matter Experts to ensure that the Schilling Robotics Supply Chain meets Customer requirement. This position may on occasion support indirect spend categories in addition to production materials and tools. Building effective supplier relationships is critical to the success of the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in purchasing or a relevant field, such as planning.
• 5+ years of proficiency with ERP/MRP or equivalent systems.
• Proven success in developing strategies to reduce inventory and parts costs without sacrificing on-time delivery.
• Hands-on experience with commodity groups like Machined Parts, Additive Manufacturing, Hydraulic Motors and Controls, Electronic Components and Assemblies, and COTS parts.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively as a team player within cross-functional groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Request and analyze bid pricing from qualified suppliers, adhering to the Schilling supplier qualification process to meet cost objectives.
• Assess suppliers' capabilities in maintaining quality, on-time delivery (OTD), and cost efficiency; develop strategies to address performance gaps.
• Collaborate with engineering teams throughout the New Product Development process to identify innovative technologies that align with Schilling Robotics subsea systems' design requirements.
• Develop robust commodity strategies tailored to Schilling Product specifications and future needs as outlined in the Schilling Robotics Technology/Product roadmap.
• Negotiate commercial terms and agreements with suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants, ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained.
• Facilitate and lead supplier scorecard reviews, site visits, and quarterly business reviews to monitor and enhance supplier performance.
• Utilize TechnipFMC resources to implement industry best practices, optimize pricing, and elevate supplier performance standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain to ensure continuous business operations and minimize disruptions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Oil and Gas Extraction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree