What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent I NPSAGA position at Oil States Industries, Inc.?
Are you interested in a position that is challenging and innovative? For over 80 years, Oil States has been a highly respected technology and solutions pioneer manufacturing diverse products for offshore platforms, sub-sea pipelines, defense, and general industrial applications worldwide.
Oil States recognizes that our diverse workforce is our greatest asset. We offer a competitive pay package, including an annual incentive bonus program for all employees. When we contribute to the company’s success, we all win.
Oil States is currently looking for a qualified candidate for the position of Purchasing Agent I in Lampasas, TX.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for procuring goods and services such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts and supplies necessary for manufacturing with an emphasis on controlling and reducing expenses. Ensure purchased products conform to the customer’s detailed drawings and specification and are delivered per schedule. Assist with any technical issues between OSI and suppliers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review requisitions. Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as negotiating price, availability, and delivery schedule. Evaluate vendor quotes & services to determine if they are compatible with company objectives.
- Maintain close liaison w/quality manager, production supervisors, project engineers and the sales department in order to keep them informed of any issues or problems.
- Address any and resolve most manufacturing, delivery, or accounting problems that may arise to include defective goods or services. Discuss with the appropriate personnel to determine source of trouble and assist in corrective action. Escalate unresolved issues to the Materials Manager for assistance.
- Determines method of procurement such as direct purchase or bids. Prepare purchase or bid requests.
- Expedite delivery of goods to users.
- Research domestic & overseas suppliers for competitive pricing & deliveries.
- Assist in maintaining procurement documents in a systematic and auditable fashion in Master Control.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least 1–2 years of purchasing experience.
- Experience with engineering specifications, prints, tolerances, dimensional inspection techniques and product knowledge a plus.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic mathematical skills.
- Effectively manage multiple tasks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and use of email (Outlook a plus). Detail oriented, self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Accuracy is a must.
- Ability to follow complex detailed instructions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged sitting.
- Some walking.
- Light to moderate physical effort may be required.
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Experience
Required- 1 - 2 years: Purchasing experience
Education
Required- High School/GED or better
Skills
Required- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Inventory Records
- Inventory
- Decision Making
- Cost Controls
- Attn to Detail
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Forecasting
Behaviors
Required- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Required- Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
- Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
- Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
