Sr. Tactical Buyer

Long-Term Contract Assignment in Houston, Texas 77042 Job Summary

The Senior Tactical Buyer will coordinate and manage the procurement of a dedicated portfolio of goods and services, ensuring effective collaboration between Client, stakeholders and key suppliers.

• 5 - 10 years' experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Customer Service
• Proven negotiation and analytical skills
• Capability of professional time management, communicate on progress and escalate if needed
• Knowledge of procurement procedures, processes, and work methods
• Knowledge about manufacturing processes and raw materials
• Proven execution and delivery of results capabilities
• Proven communication and interpersonal competencies
• Analytical skills
• Fluent in English verbal and written
• Business management systems, ERP Systems (SAP), and other dedicated applications and Office systems (et. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Handle urgent procurement issues that can interrupt manufacturing processes. Escalate complex cases and take unconventional approaches to ensure timely solutions under high-pressure situations
• Challenge entrenched supplier relationships by conducting regular evaluations and initiating competitive tenders when needed, ensuring cost-effective and strategic sourcing decisions
• Review, validate, and challenge incomplete or non-standard specifications from internal stakeholders (e.g., engineers) to ensure stability, quality, and effective procurement outcomes
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of goods, services, and supplier markets within the assigned domain; provide reliable insights to support stakeholders, management, and operational buyers in decision-making
• Thoroughly analyze detailed offers, proposals and contracts to identify non-conformities, key risks, and notable points; facilitate bid clarification and advise internal stakeholders accordingly
• Implement and manage contracts while identifying opportunities to optimize work processes, align procedures, and reduce Total Cost of Ownership in collaboration with operational buyers, end-users, and suppliers
• Independently accountable for tactical procurement decisions, supplier selection, contract adherence, and escalation of critical issues impacting operations

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree (HBO+) in commerce, business administrations, engineering, or similar
• $35.00 - $40.00/hr compensation will be offered within this posted range based on experience, skills, and market factors

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