Buyer - Indirect & Mro

Gerdau; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Parental Leave

Annual Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. in Midlothian, Texas, seeks a Buyer II to lead procurement of indirect goods and MRO, aligning with production needs across the region.

You will negotiate supplier contracts, manage regional supplier relationships, and drive cost reductions while ensuring supply continuity. This onsite role offers a comprehensive benefits package, bonus potential, and opportunities to grow within a global steel manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field; 5+ years indirect procurement experience.
• Experience in contract development and negotiations, PO management and supplier performance.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, logistics and supply chain practices; steel manufacturing a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for assigned commodities to achieve best overall cost, quality, and continuity of supply.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contracts in accordance with company policies.
• Manage significant annual purchases across assigned categories.
• Support plant locations with procurement needs and supplier development.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery, quality, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Coach Buyers and other staff in procurement processes and tools.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Negotiation

Supplier Relationship Management

Strategic Sourcing

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose

Buyer II - Indirect & MRO - 100% Onsite in Midlothian, Texas

We Have:

• A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material into steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
• A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
• An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.

We Offer:

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans, eligible on your first day of hire
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Matching 401(k) up to 6%
• Life and Accidental Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Bonus
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Path System and Training
• An empowering and open culture with opportunities to grow, lead, and create

Your Purpose:

As aBuyer II, you will be responsible for the timely and cost-effective procurement of indirect goods, services, and MRO that support production across the assigned region and commodities/categories. You will lead procurement activities involving national, regional, and local supplier agreements, negotiations, supplier selection and development, contract management, and strategic sourcing. You will partner with central commodity teams, plant leadership, and internal customers to develop and execute procurement strategies that reduce total cost, strengthen supplier performance, maintain continuity of supply, and support operational goals.

Your Work:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for assigned commodities and categories to achieve the best overall cost, quality, reliability, service, and continuity of supply.
• Lead supplier negotiations and execute national, regional, and local contracts and supply agreements in accordance with company policies and guidelines.
• Manage approximately $20–$110 million in annual purchases across assigned commodities/categories.
• Support Mill, Downstream, and Metallics/Raw Materials locations throughout the assigned region.
• Maintain strong knowledge of local markets, competitive conditions, supplier capabilities, procurement systems, and applicable business applications.
• Analyze supply and demand requirements and adjust purchasing quantities and delivery schedules to support changing mill needs.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers while monitoring performance, delivery, quality, safety, environmental compliance, and continuity of supply.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and past performance and identify opportunities to improve cost, quality, reliability, and service.
• Partner with procurement teams, central commodity teams, plant management, operations, maintenance, stores, logistics, and accounting to achieve supply, inventory, and cost objectives.
• Gather and analyze procurement data and communicate results, cost-saving opportunities, and market conditions to central, regional, and plant leadership.
• Identify opportunities to reduce inventory and optimize Min/Max levels while maintaining adequate supply to support operations.
• Monitor actual versus planned usage of production and non-production materials and take action to support inventory and availability targets.
• Manage supply agreements, including pricing, demand, balances, supplier obligations, and Gerdau performance requirements.
• Lead procurement projects across mills within assigned commodities or categories.
• Support the Regional Procurement Manager with daily procurement activities, including purchase order execution, expediting, supplier development, and resolution of non-conformance issues.
• Coach and support Buyers and other employees in procurement processes, tools, policies, and best practices.
• Facilitate communication and training on procurement methodologies, specifications, commercial terms and conditions, and safety and environmental compliance requirements.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of procurement processes and support achievement of established Key Performance Indicators.
• Manage the procurement of Capital Expenditure (CapEx) equipment and services, ensuring purchases align with technical specifications and internal customer requirements.
• Manage CapEx-related activities that may include milestone payments, supplier and Gerdau obligations, manufacturing timelines, construction schedules, and expediting.
• Work with Central Procurement to identify alternative sources of supply and optimize inventories and working capital.
• Assist with Annual Action Plans and established procurement policies, procedures, goals, and processes.
• Resolve procurement and supplier discrepancies professionally while maintaining strong supplier and internal customer relationships.
• Incorporate Gerdau's commitment to safety, ethics, sustainability, diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility into supplier relationships and purchasing decisions.

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or a related field of study, a minimum of5 years of indirect procurement experience involving contract development and implementation, purchase order management, negotiations, communications, accounting, taxes, and legal considerations.
• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management is preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, industrial relations, logistics, procurement practices, and supply chain management. Steel manufacturing a plus.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience negotiating, executing, and managing supplier contracts and agreements.
• Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across procurement, operations, maintenance, logistics, accounting, and plant leadership.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and guide Buyers and other team members.
• High ethical standards, work ethic, and an ownership mindset.
• Knowledge of quality management and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Working knowledge of foreign trade, INCO Terms, and contractual terms and conditions related to equipment and construction services.
• Ability to travel approximately 10–20%.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 [e-mail]