One of our major oil and gas clients is seeking a Buyer to work on 12 - month assignment in their facilities in Houston, TX.

Summary:
  Independently working on complex Procurement issues. Ensures material / services are accurately acquired to meet stakeholder objectives. Leading more complex investigations and analyses and providing advice to staff, e.g., works directly on legal review. Maintains valuable relationships with key suppliers. Effectively prioritizes work assignments and allocating resources while meeting stakeholder expectations, establishing and adjusting priorities. Participates in all aspects of the procurement processes including negotiating terms and conditions.
Responsibilities:
  Focus is on independently working on complex technical issues in support of an assigned area of the enterprise. Provides broad business and/or specialized technical knowledge in resolving problems, project management, identifying opportunities and has a keen awareness of the interrelationships with other stakeholders. Form, negotiate and manage the required purchase orders to support the business requirements. Lead the sourcing development, bid or proposal solicitation (RFx) and evaluation process. Perform quality assessment review of purchase orders for negotiated terms and conditions, risk mitigation plan and appropriate pricing mechanisms. Identify efficiencies, cost reduction, cost avoidance and continuous improvement opportunities within the sourcing process. Review billings and issued purchase orders work with Supply Chain Specialists to identify non-compliance to contracts, investigate root cause, and resolve issues as required and according to the contract. Enable Supply Chain strategic objectives by periodically reviewing and recommending adjustments to processes, systems, and tools. Educate the business on company Supply Chain policies and procedures. Maintain records in accordance with established policies and procedures and audit guidelines/SOX requirements. Validate and execute approved change orders related to purchase orders. Provide training and guidance to junior team members relating to SCM processes and protocol as required. Support continuous improvement of the enterprises Supply Chain Management processes. May involve overseeing a small team, however, the core focus of the role is to provide technical expertise versus managing people. Participate in special projects with other SCM and outside groups relating to SCM systems / work. Utilize Oracle extensively to support these duties. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:   Related University degree, e.g., Purchasing / Supply Chain Management B.Comm, Finance, Business Administration or Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) / Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) designation. 7 or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in supply chain/procurement/contracts with a specific strong background in procurement within the oil and gas industry. Aptitude and communications skills related to acting independently as a senior professional. Ability to effectively communicate within a team environment. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Proven application of relevant knowledge of Supply Chain systems (SAP/Oracle) in normal business situations without use of reference guides/assistance. Ability to effectively coordinate requirements with various groups including procurement, design, projects, and construction functions and identify solutions to issues. Fundamental acumen in basic procurement activities, knowledge, and skills to make effective business decisions Knowledge of MS Office, MS Excel, MS Power Point. SharePoint.
Preferred Qualification:
  Ability to influence stakeholders/customers without authority. Solid understanding of leading supply chain techniques (including but not limited to total cost ownership principles, category management and strategic sourcing models, supplier qualification methodology). Superior negotiation and communication skills. Strong analytical skill and cost modelling experience. Excellent facilitation and project management skills. Possess a sense of urgency and ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment. Knowledge of Procurement processes/policies such as SOX policies. Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures and industry trends. Strong analytical skills. Oracle Cloud proficient.
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