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The Field Buyer is responsible for supplier interaction which includes sourcing and procuring all materials, bulks, tools, consumables, safety supplies, etc. and securing third-party rentals required to support Operations. This position will also include the oversight of frame agreements with strategic suppliers.
Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to travel to assigned project site locations as required. Per diem will be provided for eligible travel assignments in accordance with company policy.
The Field Buyer is responsible for supplier interaction which includes sourcing and procuring all materials, bulks, tools, consumables, safety supplies, etc. and securing third-party rentals required to support Operations. This position will also include the oversight of frame agreements with strategic suppliers.
Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to travel to assigned project site locations as required. Per diem will be provided for eligible travel assignments in accordance with company policy.
Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values”.
Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics”.
Process daily requisitions from project management to supply the site with materials, supplies, equipment, and third-party rental equipment at a reasonable cost and by the date required.
Source, negotiate pricing and terms, place purchase orders, and expedite delivery.
Monitor and chart purchase orders/change orders and maintain procurement status reports and rental equipment logs.
Monitor, communicate, and respond to changing market conditions and price trends to maximize leverage and minimize risk.
Monitor new trends in purchasing; recommend new ideas and trends to management.
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Foster supplier relationships, beginning with sourcing, developing, and vetting suppliers and ending with monitoring of supplier performance.
Identify new suppliers that can provide the most cost-efficient, timely, and quality products possible; maintain positive relationships with current suppliers.
Assist in achieving financial targets and cost-reduction initiatives, including savings targets.
Ensure use of framework agreements and preferred supplier agreements.
Lead and support proposal efforts by soliciting qualified bids from material suppliers.
When required, coordinate with field operations to assure appropriate field receiving and material management timing and requirements.
Interface between suppliers and various internal departments to resolve issues, invoice problems, material specification questions, variances, etc., as required.
Ensure purchase orders list complete material/service specifications, as listed on Bills of Material, Engineering drawings, AMLs, and other source documents.
Maximize saving in all aspects of purchasing.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Provides industrial services, engineering, and construction solutions.
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Mid · 4+ years experience
Onsite
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