Job Description

If you are interested in joining a company who is a pioneer in creating oilfield pumping units that date back to the 1920’s, look no further! Our client is looking for a Buyer to join their team in Claremore, OK. You will have the opportunity to work for a world leader in its field, providing precision-engineered oilfield equipment, products, and services to customers around the globe. This opportunity is a Direct Hire role that comes with several perks including full benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Position Overview:

The Buyer position is a key role within our Supply Chain group. Requiring excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to balance short-term priorities. Key objectives will be execution of the procurement strategies to fulfill quality and volume requirements for purchased products/components at the lowest cost while managing inventory targets and achieving the targeted customer service levels.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for the procurement of a variety of materials and services to effectively support the company’s production requirements and support the development of appropriate stocking strategies.
• Timely and properly execute the MRP exception messages (cancel, defer, place new orders, etc...) to ensure availability of inventory for material requirements and in support of any inventory reduction strategies.
• Develop RFI, RFQ and RFP packages for the purchase of materials and or services.
• Evaluate vendor quotations and proposals to ensure the company achieves optimal quality, lead time, delivery, and cost.
• Monitor purchase price variance proactively, taking steps to mitigate any product inflation.
• Ability to evaluate purchase lot sizing to optimize inventory levels while minimizing stock outs and excess inventory.
• Work within cross functional teams to identify critical materials and/or services, developing, implementing, and driving sustainable risk mitigation strategies.
• Support category strategy execution by identifying opportunities for alternative sources, cost reduction initiatives and risk mitigation efforts.
• Support new product development initiatives.
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of commodities being purchased.
• Display thorough knowledge of MRP planning and inventory management principles.
• Apply standard processes while meeting business requirements in accordance with the Procurement policies and procedures with minimal supervision.
• Regardless of other duties, the Buyer II has a responsibility to follow company production, safety, and quality procedures.

Required Education & Preferred Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 3 years of experience in purchasing /procurement is required.
• Experience in one or more of the following categories desirable – Metals, Machining, MRO, Indirect Services.

Certificates & Licenses

• APICS or ISM certifications highly desirable
• Lean/Six Sigma – Preferred

Required Knowledge / Skills

• Familiar with industry related commodities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal customers across all levels of the organization, as well as vendors.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills.
• Able to work in a team and take direction from management or senior level peers.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Experience with data analytical tools like Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (JDE Preferred)