Buyer

Provides procurement support for Corpus Christi Turnaround Group in accordance with CLIENT procedures and strategic goals. Performs the following duties :

• obtain vendor quotes for each BOM or other material request
• set up vendors for use through vendor prequalification system and maintain vendor relations
• select and negotiate with approved vendors and evaluates vendor reliability
• obtain materials from suppliers at the lowest cost, with consideration to quality, reliability and urgency of need
• issue purchase orders upon receipt of requisitions on an expeditious manner
• schedule deliveries and follows up on orders to expedite delivery and shipment as needed
• maintain records and files to ensure accurate and complete documentation
• coordinate with responsible Commodity Purchasing Agents for terms and condition issues, vendor performance issues, contract compliance issues
• assist with invoice blocking issues
• return unused material to vendors upon request
• attend TA planning meetings and act as liaison between Procurement and the Turnaround Group

The focus of this role will be on ordering materials and expediting.

TWIC Card is required. Can obtain if hired.

Overtime is required. During the Turnaround, the work schedule is 12 hours per day, 7 days a week, with every 14th day off.

SAP experience preferred. Microsoft Office skills required.