thyssenkrupp Uhde combines unique technical expertise and decades of global experience in the engineering, procurement, construction and service of chemical plants. We develop innovative chemical processes and products for a more sustainable future and thus contribute to the long-term success of our customers in almost all areas of the chemical industry. Our portfolio includes leading technologies for the production of basic chemicals, fertilizers and polymers as well as value-chains for the energy transition and sustainable chemicals.

Your responsibilities

Position Overview:

A Senior Buyer has a thorough understanding of the total process flow and knowledge of the procurement and expediting systems and a working knowledge of the inspection, logistics and site material receiving systems. They work on assignments that are complex in nature, where judgment is required in resolving problems and making recommendations. They work under minimum departmental supervision. On larger projects this buyer may be assigned the lead buyer position and take on the additional duties of coordinating with expeditors and logistics coordinators assigned to a project. Experience needed in EPC industry (engineering, procurement & construction).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with project specific assigned buyers, expeditors and logistics coordinators. Project personnel may be located at the same office location, or remotely in other time zones. Project personnel may also not be direct employees.
• Assist management to define and document the project specific procurement policy, strategy, and objectives and commitment to quality and to ensure that this is understood, implemented and maintained at all levels in the project.
• The project specific developed strategy shall include coordination with all stakeholders to ensure that the total cost to project is considered along with establishing which strategic purchasing tools shall be used such as e-auction, cluster management, and other cost saving leverages.
• Order placement in the ERP system (SAP).
• Work with assigned expeditors, as required, contacting suppliers to obtain timely submission of production progress, documentation, shipment plans and delivery.
• Expedites actions as needed (e.g., order action, stakeholder coordination, OS&D reports, etc.).
• Evaluate production schedules, shipping dates and progress reports from suppliers to determine if their programs and work progress meet jobsite, QA, and engineering requirements.
• Compiles data needed to prepare the critical items reports (over size shipment) or other supplementary reports as required.
• Coordinate the accumulation of data from expeditors and issues regular reports.
• Participates in kick-off/procurement meetings to review and discuss schedules and potential problem areas that may impact required shipment dates as required.
• Ensures the logistics coordinator coordinates shipping arrangements or tracking requests with the project buyers/expeditor as required.
• As required, trips to Site or Supplier locations.
• Solicits bids, analyzes quotations received, and selects recommended suppliers. May interview prospective suppliers.
• Purchases items and services at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements and other factors.
• Acts as liaison with suppliers and Company.
• Sets priorities and reconciles conflicting interests over the duration of a project.
• Demonstrates through actions an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Initiates, issues and administers purchase orders.
• Prepares bidder's lists from Company approved suppliers.
• Maintains manual or computerized procurement records, such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and communications.
• Ensures all orders are completed and delivered as per the commercial requirements established.

Your profile

Desired Experience:

• 10 years' minimum experience as a buyer in the engineering industry, with preference on buying for the power, petrochemical, heavy industrial, chemical plants and heavy industrial process industries. Additional industries may be considered based on experience gained.

Required qualifications:

• General knowledge in Service & Spare Parts Material and Industrial Plant Technology Industry.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience with supply chain, including purchase, expediting, logistics, inspection, receiving, asset and inventory management procedures.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully and develop alternative solutions.
• Working knowledge of commercial and legal aspects of procurement.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• General knowledge of quality assurance.
• Ability to work effectively from home, the assigned office, or a hybrid arrangement.

Health, Safety, and Environmental are core values of our company!

You will be expected to actively promote, support, and participate in the INCIDENT FREE philosophy and work in a safe manner at all times.

In addition to office safety training, you might be required to visit field projects. In such case, additional Site Specific HSE training for these work environments will be provided.

Your benefits with us

thyssenkrupp Uhde USA recognizes and appreciates the exceptional quality of its employees. We are proud to offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. Employees of tkIS USA receive a variety of financial and personal job benefits. The suite of benefits offered is meant as a supplement to your financial package and adds to your total compensation. Below is a brief summary of benefits which are available to all fulltime employees:

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• STD/LTD - Company Paid
• FSA & HSA
• Voluntary Accident
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Identity Theft Protection
• 401(k) Plan
• Roth IRA
• Supplemental Life & ADD
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Contact

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