Buyer

Delta Utilities; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Utilities is seeking a proactive Buyer to support our gas operations in New Orleans. You will convert requisitions into purchase orders, draft and negotiate terms, and work with legal, procurement and operations teams to ensure compliant, timely purchases.

You will manage supplier relationships, set up vendors in Oracle WACs, track approvals, and help develop standard contract workflows to improve efficiency across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, legal studies or related field.
• In lieu of degree, 5 years’ purchasing experience required.
• Experience in contract management or procurement preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Convert requisitions to purchase orders for goods, services and construction projects to support gas utility operations, fleet and corporate purchases.
• Draft, review and negotiate purchase orders for goods, services and construction projects.
• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Work closely with vendors to facilitate vendor setup, invoice resolution and delivery needs.
• Identify potential risks within the workstream and recommend improvement strategies.
• Report on and analyze PO status and needs throughout the lifecycle to ensure appropriate delivery of goods and services and prompt payment.
• Assist Strategic Sourcing team members as needed in contract creation, bid events, and supplier business reviews.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of standard operating procedures for the supply chain team.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, legal studies or related field

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Buyer plays a vital role in performing purchasing duties in support of department functions for Delta Utilities’ gas operations.

The Buyer will have time management and communication skills and will work collaboratively with legal, procurement and operational teams. They thrive in a startup setting, bringing adaptability, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities with a proactive approach.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Convert requisitions to purchase orders for goods, services and construction projects to support gas utility operations, fleet and corporate purchases.
• Draft, review and negotiate purchase orders for goods, services and construction projects to support gas utility operations and corporate purchases.
• Work closely with operational team so ensure prompt order issuance and correct accounting codes are used.
• Create and maintain blanket contracts with multiple lines in Oracle WACs
• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Work closely with vendors to facilitate vendor setup, invoice resolution and delivery needs.
• Identify potential risks within the workstream and recommend improvement strategies.
• Report on and analyze PO status and needs throughout the lifecycle to ensure appropriate delivery of goods and services and prompt payment.
• Assist Strategic Sourcing team members as needed in contract creation, bid events, and supplier business reviews.
• Work closely with operational team so ensure prompt order issuance and correct accounting codes are used.
• Support the team in creation and maintenance of reports, PowerPoints, and training documents as needed for all aspects of the supply chain team.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of standard operating procedures for the supply chain team.
• Recommend improvements to streamline contract workflows and enhance efficiency of processes and workflows within the team.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, legal studies or a related field. In lieu of degree 5 years’ purchasing experience is required.

Minimum experience required of the position

• Experience in contract management, procurement or other business or operations analytics role preferred

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to contract management and other systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and advise stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

• None

Physical Requirements

• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 10 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects.

Working Conditions

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.
• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.
• Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas services across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities. Delta Utilities is a $1.7 billion organization that represents 600,000 customers and is among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States.

Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and acquired Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in July 2025.

Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.

Learn more at https://deltautilities.com.

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.