Sr Buyer

Summary:

Energy Transfer is searching for a self-motivated and self-efficient employee who will be responsible for procuring goods and equipment which are vital to the Energy Transfer organization and its requirements. The Buyer solicits or sources material providers who can supply these goods, negotiates pricing and arranges for the purchase and delivery of the goods in accordance with Energy Transfer guidelines. This individual should have experience in Procurement related activities as well as respectable knowledge of pipeline, compressor station, meter station, processing plant and measurement materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides project material management services including: Evaluation of material requisitions from internal clients and sources materials from inventory, surplus or issues Purchase Orders to vendors/manufacturers as needed and according to requisition specifications, business ethics, and procurement guidelines. Maintains project tracking files and expediting reports as required. Ensures all required material specifications are met by vendors and obtain associated documentation including: Material Test Reports, Certified Test Reports, Proof of Delivery, and hydrostatic test documentation.
  

Negotiates and legally binds the Corporation contractually with suppliers for materials and services, including the expediting for timely delivery, inspection, transportation, loading and unloading of critical materials for major projects. The process includes assuring a fair and impartial bidding process, managing the costs associated with procurement of materials, warranty, acquisition and shipment of the materials, payment for goods, cancellation charges, liquidated damages, storage of goods, quality inspection and taxes associated with the process. Assist as needed to negotiate corrective action plans for failed materials or late delivery.

Coordinates material including: Staging and tasks associated with logistics, and provides shipping, receiving and expediting information to procurement staff as required. Provides leadership to personnel for the procurement of material and equipment as needed.

Provides project material price estimates as needed. Solicits pricing from vendors/manufacturers as needed and develops commercial bid tab information for project management review.

Candidate must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with changing priorities and deadlines. Proficient organizational, oral and written communication skills are required. Able to interface efficiently with internal clients and suppliers. Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• 5-8 years of buying, pricing and expediting experience within a purchasing division
  
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Strong working knowledge of pipeline materials, industry specifications, and strong understanding of procurement and supply chain management
• Advanced working knowledge of current market conditions, pricing and sources of supply
• Able to handle complex and highly confidential matters in a mature, professional manner
• Must be able to interface effectively with all levels of internal and external personnel

Preferred Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
  
• Web based programs
  
• Familiar with SAPMM
  
  

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
  
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
  
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
  
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings which may include hazardous materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.