Buyer III (Houston, TX or Duluth, MN) - Hybrid

Energy Hire; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Buyer III to manage procurement activities in Houston or Duluth. This temporary hybrid role requires extensive experience in procurement processes and exceptional communication skills. The successful candidate will actively collaborate with various teams, ensuring compliance with company policies while maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of related experience in procurement.
• Ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end procurement process for goods and services.
• Develop and execute RFx strategies for competitive bids.
• Mentor junior staff within the procurement team.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Professional certification such as SCMP or CSCP

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Office

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

SharePoint

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Buyer III (Houston, TX or Duluth, MN) - Hybrid

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Enbridge

Buyer III (Houston, TX or Duluth, MN) - Hybrid

Houston, TX

Temporary, Contract

About This Job

Work options: Hybrid

12-month Contract

Hybrid: Duluth, MN or Houston, TX

At Enbridge, our goal is to be the first-choice energy delivery company in North America and beyond—for customers, communities, investors, regulators and policymakers, and employees.

To meet that goal, Enbridge is partnering with Raise—a leading recruitment firm that specializes in IT, Technical, and Engineering staffing.

Together, Raise and Enbridge are building teams that are rising to meet the growing energy needs of North America. If you’re looking for a challenging role that will make the most of your skills while allowing you to make an impact, this is it.

Enbridge is hiring a Buyer III right now—when you apply, Raise will review your application within 48 hours and contact qualified applicants for interviews.

Position Overview

The Buyer III will play a crucial role in managing procurement activities, ensuring effective and efficient procurement of goods and services. The successful candidate will have extensive experience with RFx processes, demonstrate exceptional communication and organizational skills, and possess the ability to address complex procurement issues. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional departments and direct involvement with various projects.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process for goods and services, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.

Develop and execute RFx (Request for Proposal, Request for Quotation, Request for Information) strategies to obtain competitive bids and achieve cost-effective solutions.

Issue and manage purchase orders/service orders, ensuring accuracy and alignment with stakeholder needs and contractual agreements.

Collaborate with cross-functional departments to understand project requirements and align procurement strategies accordingly.

Address and resolve complex procurement issues, providing innovative solutions to meet business needs.

Mentor and train junior staff members, fostering an environment of continuous learning and development within the procurement team.

Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth procurement operations.

Evaluate and analyze supplier performance, negotiating terms and contracts to optimize value for the company.

Monitor market trends and industry developments to make informed purchasing decisions.

Ensure that all procurement activities are documented accurately and filed according to compliance and audit requirements.

Qualifications

A related university degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, such as Purchasing/Supply Chain Management, B. Comm, or Finance.

Professional certification such as SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or equivalent is required.

8-10 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in supply chain/procurement/contracts, with a strong background in procurement.

Capability to effectively communicate within a team environment and establish strong working relationships.

Demonstrated application of relevant knowledge of Supply Chain systems (SAP/Oracle) in business situations without reliance on reference guides.

Ability to influence stakeholders/customers without direct authority, with a solid understanding of leading supply chain techniques (e.g., total cost ownership principles, category management, strategic sourcing models, supplier qualification methodology).

Excels in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, adeptly managing a large volume of requests.

Demonstrates outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Possesses superior communication skills with an emphasis on collaborating effectively with internal customers to deliver exceptional service. Capable of translating technical concepts for a non-technical audience.

Proficiency in MS Office, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Please note: Successful applicants will be employees of Raise, working at Enbridge facilities with both Enbridge and contract employees.

Applying with Raise

Raise is an established IT and engineering hiring firm with over 60 years’ experience connecting talented candidates with meaningful work. When you apply, you’ll get more than just a chance at a great job—you’ll become part of a vast network of employers that are always changing.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail]

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Software Development

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