Senior Buyer

Lead the material procurement management of assigned projects or material commodities with varying levels of complexity. Conduct bid analysis and commercial evaluations of proposals; Coordinate technical evaluations with project clients. Use analysis in negotiations with suppliers. Develop, issue, and manage RFPs, RFQ, RFIs, etc. Single point of contact (SPOC) pertaining to purchase orders within area of responsibility. Liaise with suppliers, and other internal stakeholders (supplier qualification, engineering, project team, Legal, Risk, etc.) as required. Bring key industry contacts and relationships for suppliers of interstate natural gas pipe, valves, fittings and other key categories. Understand all terms and conditions of all purchase orders and work within them in all dealings with the supplier. Ensure all relevant information is received to maintain SAP records. Understand bill of materials and technical specifications. Develop and execute savings opportunities, efficiencies and process improvements. Interact with high levels of colleagues and management to routinely resolve issues which involve exceptional controversy or have the potential to affect a major business segment. Develop and present recommendations to business leaders regarding cost drivers, supplier performance, industry trends, etc. Actively identify future Supply Chain needs and opportunities based on data, business unit needs and market analysis.