Buyer

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. is looking for a Buyer to manage procurement of goods essential for operations. The role requires negotiation with suppliers, evaluation of requisitions, and ensuring timely material delivery. Candidates should have 2-5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of natural gas compression parts.

Applicants must also possess solid organizational and communication skills, with a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred. The position is based in Longview, Texas.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of buying, pricing, and expediting experience within a purchasing division.
• Strong working knowledge of natural gas compression parts and industry specifications.
• Able to handle complex and confidential matters professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide project material management services and evaluate requisitions.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage costs related to procurement.
• Coordinate materials and monitor open requisitions for timely delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Market knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAPMM

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP, (NYSE: USAC) provides mission-critical natural gas compression services to large upstream and midstream energy companies. We are an operations-centric, technology-driven employer with 800+ employees in 18 states across the US. We owe our success to the quality of our employees, our strong commitment to safety, and our superior service to our customers.

Summary

USAC is searching for a self-motivated and self-efficient employee who will be responsible for procuring goods and equipment, which is vital to the USAC organization and its requirements. The Buyer solicits or sources material providers who can supply these goods, negotiate pricing, and arranges for the purchase and delivery of the goods in accordance with USAC guidelines. This individual should have experience in Procurement related activities as well as respectable knowledge of Compressor related materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides project material management services including evaluation of material requisitions from internal clients and sourcing materials from inventory or issuing purchase orders to vendors/manufacturers as needed and according to requisition specifications, business ethics, and procurement guidelines.
• Negotiates and legally binds the Corporation with suppliers for materials, expediting for timely delivery while ensuring a fair and impartial bidding process, managing costs associated with procurement, warranty, and shipment of materials, payment for goods, cancellation charges, and liquidated damages where necessary.
• Assists as needed to negotiate corrective action plans for failed materials or late delivery.
• Coordinates materials: monitors open requisitions for new material requests; obtains pricing from vendors; creates purchase orders; issues purchase orders to vendors once approved; expedites purchase orders for timely delivery; facilitates and communicates logistical needs; monitors open purchase orders in SAP and reports as required.
• Provides project material price estimates and solicits pricing from vendors and manufacturers as needed.
• Manages multiple tasks simultaneously with changing priorities and deadlines; demonstrates proficient organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Interfaces efficiently with internal clients and suppliers and works with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of buying, pricing, and expediting experience within a purchasing division.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong working knowledge of natural gas compression parts, industry specifications, and a good understanding of procurement and supply chain management.
• Working knowledge of current market conditions, pricing, and sources of supply.
• Able to handle complex and confidential matters in a mature, professional manner.
• Must be able to interface effectively with all levels of internal and external personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS Word, Excel, and Outlook proficiency.
• Experience with web-based programs.
• Familiarity with SAPMM.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Usually, normal office working conditions; must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing. Occasional overnight travel may be required.

• Occasional visits to industrial or manufacturing settings which may include hazardous materials and chemicals, extreme temperature conditions, and loud machinery, requiring appropriate personal protective equipment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

USA Compression is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

Disclaimer

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.