Buyer

1 week ago

Lockport, LA, United States Bollinger Shipyards Full time
Job Title: BuyerLocation: Lockport, LA

Position Overview: The Buyer is responsible for managing the acquisition of goods and services required for the construction and maintenance of vessels, facilities, and administrative functions. This role involves purchasing, vendor negotiations, bid evaluation, and order tracking. The Buyer ensures the availability of materials and services on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and delivery standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Execution
  • Respond to purchase requests for maintenance, repair, office supplies, and project-related needs.
  • Generate purchase orders for both handwritten and system-based requisitions using the company's procurement system.
  • Produce receiving reports for service-related POs.
Supplier Management
  • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and solicit bids.
  • Review supplier proposals to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules within budgetary constraints.
  • Work with the BOS Risk team to add new suppliers to the Approved Vendor List (AVL).
  • Ensure timely acknowledgment and acceptance of POs by suppliers.
Operational Support
  • Collaborate with the receiving department to address non-conformance and quality issues.
  • Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams for timely material deliveries and returns.
  • Assist with Oracle training at other company locations.
Performance and Records Management
  • Monitor supplier performance and expedite deliveries as necessary.
  • Maintain accurate and organized procurement documentation (manual and digital).
  • Manage warranty claims for facility materials and equipment.
  • Approve vendor invoices for payment when needed.
Stakeholder Engagement
  • Liaise with internal teams to understand material requirements and resolve procurement-related issues.
  • Facilitate and attend supplier meetings to resolve problems and explore standardization opportunities.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain management, or a related field.
Skills and Abilities:
  • Familiarity with materials used in shipbuilding and repair.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Team-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.
  • Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems is a plus.


Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.

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