Position Summary:

The main role of the Buyer is to source and procure all equipment, material, and service in support of Customer’s Commercial Group’s bidding requirements.  The Buyer will provide procurement support of Customer’s Commercial Group in soliciting bidding proposals in accordance with established company procurement policies and procedures. This position will be based out of the customers’ headquarters in Covington, La. 

 

Responsibilities:

• To reinforce Customer’ company image, performs tasks both ethically and professionally to reinforce Customer’ company image when interacting with internal/external customers and supplier community 

• Negotiates with vendors on behalf of Customer to: secure competitive pricing, ensure project timelines are met, ensure projects are utilizing quality materials, and ensure projects remain within budget.

• Manages the quoting process and coordinates with Procurement Team for technical clarification

• Will source and contact vendors to request quotes for customer. May include determining which products will be used on a job based on job specifications.

• Expedites bid submission for timely proposals

• Compiles technical and commercial bid comparisons and prepares and submits purchase recommendation(s) to Customer

• Selects the most appropriate strategy to accomplish objectives to achieve the lowest possible cost of ownership

• Assures the proper level of company-defined approvals, as granted by customer, are met prior to Purchase Order issue

• Generates and issues Purchase Orders based on the successful award

• Facilitates meetings between Customer and Vendors as necessary

• Develops an approved list of vendors and suppliers and assures approved vendors have met Risk and Safety requirements

• Continually scan supplier markets for alternate sources – relative to the list of approved vendors and suppliers

• Monitors open purchase orders and guides/assist Customer expeditor to take necessary action to assure on-time supplier delivery

• Reports supplier delivery/quality-related issues to respective Customer internal customers and work expeditiously to resolve issues

• Network with suppliers to identify areas of efficiencies and low cost opportunities

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPI) and communicate improvement opportunities to respective suppliers

• Provide after-hour and weekend emergency procurement support as required

• Liaise with Customer’ Accounting Team to assist in reconciling invoice/purchase order variances

• Perform assigned responsibilities to the fullest capabilities to assist the Customer Team in achieving company objectives

• Increase professional competence by continually developing skills and expanding procurement and material knowledge

• Assist Customer’ Purchasing Manager as required

• Cross-Train in other Buyer support roles

• Support Purchasing Team as required
  

Qualifications:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as client material “take-offâ€� lists, requisitions, supplier proposals, and material specifications, delivery documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Ability to export and format ERP generated reports

• Ability to speak effectively and appropriately with Customer Team, vendors, and others who are supported in the performance of assigned duties

• Experience with ERP Software Implementation

• Microsoft Products such as Word, Excel, and Access database programs
  

Danos offers competitive wages, sustainable health benefits, 401K company match, and opportunities for employee development.