Buyer

Innovex; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovex is seeking a Buyer to procure materials, components, and services for our manufacturing operations in Texas. You will collaborate with Materials, Manufacturing, and Engineering to ensure on-time, cost-effective supply while maintaining quality and delivery targets.

The role emphasizes organized, responsive work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Candidates should have 2+ years of purchasing experience, ERP/MRP exposure, and strong negotiation and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years in purchasing, procurement, materials, supply chain or manufacturing.
• Oil & gas, manufacturing, industrial or energy environment preferred.
• Experience purchasing raw materials, components or industrial parts is a plus.
• Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory, and material planning processes.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is preferred.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret part specifications or drawings is preferred.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in pricing, quantities, and delivery requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Purchase raw materials, components, and services to support production.
• Review requisitions, MRP requirements, inventory, and demand to determine needs.
• Create and manage purchase orders with accurate quantities, pricing, specs, and delivery terms.
• Obtain supplier quotes and negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms.
• Communicate with suppliers about order status, pricing, and changes.
• Monitor open POs and follow up to ensure timely delivery.
• Identify potential shortages or delays impacting production.
• Prioritize critical requirements with Materials/Warehouse and Manufacturing teams.
• Develop relationships with key suppliers and evaluate capabilities.
• Assist sourcing of new suppliers and assess pricing, quality, and delivery.
• Review supplier performance and address recurring issues.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with policies and procedures.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier relations

Negotiation

Communication

Excel

MRP/ERP

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/MRP

MS Excel

Job description

The Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials, components, and services needed to support manufacturing and operational requirements. This position works closely with suppliers, Materials, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other internal teams to ensure materials are available when needed while maintaining appropriate cost, quality, and delivery expectations.

The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where priorities can change quickly.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase raw materials, components, parts, and services in accordance with production and operational requirements.
• Review purchase requisitions, MRP requirements, inventory levels, and demand to determine purchasing needs.
• Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy of quantities, pricing, specifications, delivery dates, and terms.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotes and negotiate pricing, lead times, and other purchasing terms as appropriate.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, pricing, lead times, shortages, and changes to requirements.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure materials are delivered on schedule.
• Identify and communicate potential material shortages or delays that could impact production.
• Work closely with Materials/Warehouse and Manufacturing teams to prioritize critical requirements.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key suppliers.
• Assist with sourcing new suppliers and evaluating supplier capabilities, pricing, quality, and delivery performance.
• Review supplier performance and escalated recurring issues related to quality, delivery, or service.
• Ensure purchasing activities are completed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and approved purchasing practices.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and purchase order documentation within the ERP system.
• Assist with inventory management by identifying excess, obsolete, or slow-moving materials when applicable.
• Support cost-reduction and continuous-improvement initiatives within the purchasing function.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, materials, supply chain, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in an oil and gas, manufacturing, industrial, or energy environment preferred.
• Experience purchasing raw materials, components, or industrial parts is a plus.
• Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory, and material planning processes.
• Experience working with an ERP/MRP system preferred.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to read and understand part specifications, drawings, or other technical documentation is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies in pricing, quantities, specifications, and delivery requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with steel, metals, machined components, or other raw materials.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and resolving delivery or material issues.
• Ability to work effectively with changing production priorities and time-sensitive requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.