Senior Buyer

1 month ago

Houston, United States Matrix Project Services, LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Summary

The Senior Buyer is responsible for purchasing daily material for jobs; assisting Project Managers/Estimators on quoting project bids; selecting vendors; and negotiating.

Essential Functions
  • Represent the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
  • Actively support the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
  • Provide subject matter expertise to monitor and track commodity pricing levels specific to budgeted spend and understand the industry of suppliers and materials identified for procurement.
  • 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.
  • Foster supplier relationships, beginning with sourcing, developing, and vetting suppliers and ending with monitoring of supplier performance.
  • Assist in achieving financial targets and cost-reduction initiatives, including savings targets.
  • Lead and support proposal efforts by soliciting qualified bids from material suppliers.
  • Process project Bills of Material, source, negotiate prices, place purchase orders, expedite delivery, and maintain good supplier relations, all while meeting production schedule requirements.
  • Process submitted requisitions from the jobsites to supply the site with materials and tooling at a reasonable cost and by the date required.
  • Ensure use of framework agreements and preferred supplier agreements.
  • 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.
  • Research invoices that were rejected by Accounts Payable and assist with getting them processed.
  • Mentor, coach, and develop best-in-class supply chain personnel to support project execution. Maintain a working environment in which subordinates are safe, motivated, well-directed, satisfied, and developed to realize their potential.
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field, preferred.
  • 6+ years of experience in Supply Chain or Purchasing, preferably in the construction/industrial area.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills are necessary.
  • Strong computer knowledge, including MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, and material management software.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and work well under pressure.
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M) preferred.
  • Occasional overtime and willingness to travel as needed/required.

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

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