Senior Buyer

Worley•Brownsville, TX

About The Position

Worley is a global energy, chemicals, and resources company headquartered in Australia. It provides consulting, engineering, procurement, and construction services across the project lifecycle, including operations and decommissioning. The Senior Field Buyer is a senior procurement professional responsible for procuring engineered equipment, bulk materials, construction materials, and project services that support project execution. The role leads complex purchasing activities and contributes to procurement strategy, supplier selection, contract administration, and supply chain risk management. It works closely with Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Expediting, Logistics, Suppliers, and Project Management to align procurement with project objectives, commercial requirements, and delivery schedules. The position may also provide guidance to procurement personnel and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role supports project delivery in construction and industrial environments, where timely supply chain performance affects project outcomes. It combines procurement expertise, commercial judgment, supplier management, and field execution support to promote schedule certainty, cost optimization, and operational excellence. Worley describes its culture as values-inspired, diverse, inclusive, and respectful, with a focus on belonging, connection, innovation, reskilling, and supporting the transition to low-carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Procurement, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Typically 7+ years of progressively responsible procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or commercial experience.
Demonstrated experience procuring engineered equipment, bulk materials, fabricated components, construction materials, and project services.
Proven success managing complex purchasing assignments in EPC, EPCM, industrial, energy, chemicals, resources, infrastructure, manufacturing, or construction environments.
Strong understanding of procurement planning, sourcing strategies, supplier management, commercial evaluations, and purchasing processes.
Experience supporting project procurement strategy development and execution.
Ability to identify, assess, and manage supply chain risks affecting project delivery.
Strong commercial and negotiation skills, including experience managing supplier relationships and contract terms.
Knowledge of procurement systems, purchasing tools, supplier management platforms, and materials management processes.
Experience coordinating with project teams, engineering groups, construction organizations, suppliers, and logistics providers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to develop practical solutions to complex procurement challenges.
Ability to lead procurement initiatives, project teams, and cross-functional collaborations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build working relationships.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, procurement packages, and delivery schedules simultaneously.
Advanced understanding of procurement systems, supply chain processes, corporate governance requirements, and industry best practices.
Commitment to operational excellence, ethical procurement practices, continuous improvement, and customer success.

Responsibilities

Manage procurement of engineered and non-engineered equipment, materials, and project-related services.
Lead complex purchasing activities supporting project execution, operational requirements, and business objectives.
Support development and implementation of project procurement strategies aligned with schedules, budgets, and customer requirements.
Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Evaluate supplier capabilities, market conditions, and sourcing opportunities.
Prepare and issue requests for quotation, bid packages, and commercial inquiries.
Conduct commercial evaluations, bid analyses, and supplier assessments to support procurement recommendations and awards.
Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, commercial terms, and contractual requirements with suppliers and service providers.
Monitor supplier performance, manufacturing progress, and delivery commitments.
Coordinate with expediting, logistics, quality, and project teams to support timely delivery of materials and equipment.
Resolve supplier performance issues, commercial concerns, and delivery challenges.
Maintain procurement records, purchase orders, supplier documentation, and reporting metrics.
Support project teams in managing procurement commitments, cost performance, and schedule requirements.
Participate in supplier relationship management and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Lead procurement-related meetings and coordinate with stakeholders on procurement status, risks, and opportunities.
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to procurement personnel and project buyers as required.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement performance, supply chain efficiency, and execution certainty.
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, customer requirements, ethical standards, and regulatory obligations.