What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer (Copy) position at Epcon?
Buyer (Hybrid)
We are seeking a highly motivated Buyer with strong procurement experience and the ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role requires SAP expertise and a solid understanding of the procure-to-pay (P2P) lifecycle. Experience in the oil and gas industry is strongly preferred, as this position involves procuring materials such as OEM equipment, compression components, PPE, tools, fittings, valves, and flanges.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Buyer will play a key role in sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management to support critical project and operational needs. The ideal candidate will have strong time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high volume of procurement activities with accuracy and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly motivated Buyer with strong procurement experience and the ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role requires SAP expertise and a solid understanding of the procure-to-pay (P2P) lifecycle. Experience in the oil and gas industry is strongly preferred, as this position involves procuring materials such as OEM equipment, compression components, PPE, tools, fittings, valves, and flanges.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Buyer will play a key role in sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management to support critical project and operational needs. The ideal candidate will have strong time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high volume of procurement activities with accuracy and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage procurement requests from initial sourcing to final delivery.
- Issue and oversee RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs, conducting bid analyses and commercial evaluations.
- Engage with suppliers and internal teams (engineering, project management, legal, risk, etc.) to ensure seamless procurement operations.
- Oversee supplier pre-qualification and coordinate approvals.
- Process and manage purchase orders in SAP, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and provide status updates.
- Act as the primary point of contact for assigned POs, resolving inquiries and discrepancies.
- SAP experience is a must
- 3–10 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management.
- Strong knowledge of P2P lifecycle, including vendor master, purchase orders, and supplier qualification.
- Ability to manage high-volume purchasing with strong time management and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills—able to speak up, identify problems, and propose solutions.
- Oil and gas procurement experience (strongly preferred).
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field (preferred but not required).
- Power BI familiarity (not required, but a plus).
- Be part of a structured, process-oriented procurement team of 10 buyers.
- Work on critical energy projects in a dynamic environment.
- Opportunity to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up time.
- Long-term contract (2 years) with potential for future opportunities.
