Buyer

Openwork; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Openwork is seeking a Manufacturing Buyer in Houston, TX to manage the full procurement lifecycle for plant operations, from sourcing suppliers through Procure-to-Pay. You will negotiate with suppliers, administer RFx processes, and ensure materials and services are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

This temp-to-hire role requires at least five years of purchasing experience in industrial environments, experience with MRO, capital equipment, and service contracts, plus strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience managing full P2P and S2P processes.
• Experience negotiating supplier agreements and terms.
• Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process for assigned purchasing categories.
• Source and negotiate for plant materials and services, including MRO, capital equipment, contract labor, and industrial supplies.
• Prepare and administer RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.
• Create and maintain purchase orders, blanket orders, service orders, and supplier agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, and service issues.
• Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and other departments to support plant purchasing needs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, safety standards, ISO requirements, and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.

Skills

Negotiation

P2P process

Supply chain

Attention to detail

MS Office

Job description

Manufacturing BuyerHouston, TX (Channelview Area)Job Type: Temp-to-HireSchedule: Monday-Friday | 40 Hours per WeekPay: $32.00-$40.00 per hourAbout the RoleAs a Manufacturing Buyer, you will manage the full procurement lifecycle—from sourcing suppliers through Procure-to-Pay (P2P)—for a variety of materials and services that support daily plant operations. You'll negotiate with suppliers, administer RFx processes, manage purchase orders, support capital projects, and ensure materials and services are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process for assigned purchasing categories.Source and negotiate for a variety of plant materials and services, including:MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) materialsCapital equipmentContract laborIndustrial suppliesEquipment leasesOther operational purchasing needsManage spot purchases up to $500,000, including capital equipment.Prepare and administer RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.Evaluate supplier proposals and negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms.Create and maintain purchase orders, blanket orders, service orders, and supplier agreements.Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, and service issues.Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and other departments to support plant purchasing needs.Ensure compliance with procurement policies, safety standards, ISO requirements, and company procedures.Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier improvements, and process efficiencies.Required QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience.Experience in manufacturing, chemical, petrochemical, refinery, heavy industrial, industrial distribution, fabrication, or similar industrial environments.Experience managing the full Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Source-to-Pay (S2P) process.Experience purchasing MRO materials, capital equipment, contract labor, industrial supplies, or similar categories.Experience negotiating supplier agreements, pricing, and commercial terms.Experience preparing and managing RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office.If you're an experienced procurement professional looking to make an impact in a manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today to be considered for this opportunity or visit www.openwork.com to view additional openings.Recruiter: Jessika BriggsEmail: [e-mail]#OPWPHOU