Strategic Sourcing Buyer

Procurement Buyer

Reports To: Category Manager
Department: Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

The Procurement Buyer supports TPC Group’s safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations by sourcing and procuring materials and services that deliver the best total value to the organization. Reporting to a Category Manager, this role bridges day-to-day tactical execution with strategic influence — managing sourcing events, negotiating contracts, and building supplier relationships that contribute to TPC’s long-term success.

The successful candidate will combine strong analytical capability, sound business judgment, and the ability to collaborate across functions in a fast-paced, changing environment. This position requires initiative, creativity, integrity, and a focus on performance, ensuring procurement decisions advance both operational and strategic goals.

• Partner with Category and Senior Category Managers to develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with operational, financial, and EHSS objectives.
• Prepare and manage sourcing events (RFPs, RFQs, tenders), ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with TPC standards.
• Analyze supplier bids, evaluate commercial proposals, and make data-driven recommendations that deliver long-term value.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract reviews, maintaining professionalism and ethical conduct throughout the process.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.

• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships that promote reliability, cost competitiveness, and innovation.
• Support supplier performance evaluations and risk management activities, including qualification, audits, and ISNetworld compliance.
• Manage contracts through their full lifecycle, ensuring obligations are met and performance metrics are achieved.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier consolidation, and process improvement.

• Analyze spend data and cost drivers to identify sourcing opportunities and drive category performance improvements.
• Develop and maintain cost models, spend reports, and total cost of ownership analyses to support sourcing recommendations.
• Track and report savings realization, contract compliance, and supplier performance metrics.

• Work closely with operations, maintenance, capital, turnaround, EHSS, and others to align procurement strategies with business priorities.
• Serve as a trusted partner to internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity of requirements and consistent & timely follow-through.
• Anticipate challenges and proactively address issues before they impact operations.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies and implement supplier solutions.

• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Leverage technology, data, and market insights to optimize procurement activities.
• Remain flexible and responsive to changing priorities, market dynamics, and business conditions.
• Apply structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methods to achieve sustainable results.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or Engineering; or 8–10 years of relevant supply chain experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience:
  
  3–7 years of progressively responsible experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, contract redlining, contract management, and cost analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to interpret complex data and develop actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively across functions and levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Oracle, SAP, or other ERP systems, and experience with contract management systems.

• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPIM, or Lean Six Sigma.
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