Buyer

BUYER

As the project buyer, you will be responsible for the end to end procurement of all capital equipment and construction services for a major polymer production capacity expansion in the united states.

This is a part time, hybrid opportunity. 15-32/hours weekly

Reporting directly to the project manager, you will translate engineering specifications into commercial contracts, manager a multi-million dollar budget to ensure the project is delivered on time, within the budget, and to the highest safety standards.

Key responsibilities (in cooperation with the engineering team)

1. Sourcing and RFQ Management
Analyze the “approved equipment list” and construction specifications provided by the engineering team to develop a robust procurement plan.
Identify, pre-qualify, and manage a competitive bid list of domestic and international suppliers.

2. Negotiation & contract award

Perform detailed commercial bid tabs and “total cost of ownership” analyses.
Lead commercial negotiations, focusing on price, delivery lead times.

Lead commercial negotiations, focusing on price, delivery lead times, payment milestones, performance guarantees, warranties, etc.

Draft and execute purchase orders and sub-contracts, ensuring the inclusion of rigorous terms and conditions, warranties and liquidated damages clauses, et.

Manage the procurement of site-based services including civil, mechanical, piping and E&I (Electrical & Instrumentation) contractors

3. Expediting & Quality Oversight
Conduct proactive expediting to mitigate schedule delays and ensure equipment arrives at the site in alignment with the construction sequence

Coordinate the quality team to schedule shop inspections and factory acceptance tests

Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply chain management, engineering, business or related field.
Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of procurement experience specifically within Capex projects in the Chemical, petrochemical or industrial manufacturing sectors.

Knowledge: deep understanding of international incotems

Technical Literacy: Ability to interpret technical data sheets, P&IDs, and complex construction scopes of work.

Systems: Proficiency in ERO Software (Sap, Oracle) and advanced Excel for bid evaluation

Core Competencies:

Strategic Negotiation: Proven ability to close high-value deals while maintaining vendor relationships

Risk Management: Sharp eye for identifying supply chain bottlenecks or contractual loopholes.
Communication: Ability to act as a seamless liaison between technical engineering teams and commercial suppliers.