Buyer

IMI plc
IMI plc is a sector focused organization at the forefront of delivering motion and fluid control technologies that create a more sustainable world, improving the quality of life for our customers and communities and ultimately delivering our purpose of Breakthrough Engineering for a Better World.

The Automation platform leverages deep automation technology and applications expertise to improve productivity, safety and sustainability for our customers, Industrial Automation operates across many important industry sectors and is a world leader in supporting customers with motion and fluid control technology.

Our one big team work fairly and effectively but most importantly together to ensure we maintain the foundations that have enabled IMI’s success through over 150 years of heritage.

Role Overview
Identify, research, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet the organization’s standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. Assist with the quoting and purchase of CAPEX items. Purchases materials or other goods and or coordinates activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies while ensuring compliance the company objectives regarding inventory, sales volume, product cost, and customer requirements.
Work Environment: On-Site Houston, TX

Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop strategic vendors to assist in achieving overall IMI performance
Analyze and evaluate supplier bids, tenders, proposals, or quotations.
Coordinates the procurement process, including planning, order formation and issuance, claims resolution, administration and closeout in support of projects or other operating requirements

Key Responsibilities (continued)
·         Participates in operations review meetings to communicate status of existing orders as well as assist with developing strategies for future work

·         Monitor and maintain all data in relation to the cost, schedule and performance aspects of vendors/contractors

·         Monitor material inventories and service levels; recommend/implement changes or corrective action as required

·         Negotiate prices and terms with vendors for the purchasing of goods, materials, supplies and various services control the purchase order placement and supplier deliveries during the critical turnarounds while taking existing shop delivery dates into account

·         Identify and advise management of potential risks inherent to quotations, purchase orders, and lead times

·         Monitor material delivery and expedite suppliers when material is not received by the contracted due date

·         Identify and implement process improvements across the Buying and Purchasing functions

Critical Competencies for Success
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

·         Minimum 3 years working as a buyer in the manufacturing industry
·         Able to communicate verbally and in writing with vendors
·         Ability to see the overall strategy and execute at that detail level
·         Experience in Valve manufacturing is a plus 
·         Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Power Point, Word)
·         High School Diploma/GED required
·         Ability to write, read and speak Englilsh fluently 
·         Must be a self-starter and show great initiative
·         Strong analytical abilities
·         Experience interacting with cross functional teams including engineering, quality, logistics and sales
·         Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
 

Physical Demands
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lens.
 

What IMI Can Offer You
At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs. 

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

·         Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share

·         Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching

·         14-week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)

·         4-week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)

·         Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups 

·         PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays 

·         Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)

·         Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.

·         Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family

·         Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform

·         Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee

·         Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab

·         Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.  Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role. 

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

Compensation Range: 75k - 85k, depending on experience