Buyer - Superior Completions Services

Superior Energy Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in well completion services, Superior Energy Services seeks a motivated Buyer to enhance procurement operations in Houston. The ideal candidate will have experience in supply chain management, strong negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of vendor relationships to drive success in a competitive industry. This role offers a dynamic work environment with significant opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 1-3 years related experience in supply chain management or buyer roles.
• Preference for candidates with oil and gas industry experience.
• High School Diploma required; degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor Purchase Orders ensuring timely delivery.
• Maintain purchasing controls per company policy.
• Participate in vendor negotiations and contract reviews.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft D365

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Superior Completion Services, a Superior Energy Services Company, has the technology, resources, and experience to deliver effective well completion services in any downhole condition. As a global provider of best-in-class conventional, unconventional, intelligent, and sand control tools, Superior Energy provides field-proven state-of-the-art technology that reduces risk, increases completion efficiencies, and maximizes production on land, shelf, Deepwater, and Ultra-Deepwater arenas.

Superior Completion Services is seeking a Buyer for our office in Houston, TX.

We’re Hiring: Experienced Buyer | Join Our Team at Superior Completion Services!

Are you ready to advance your procurement career with a company that values precision, strategy, and innovation?

Superior Completion Services - a proud division of Superior Energy Services, Inc. - is looking for a motivated and experienced Buyer to become a key player in our growing organization.

In this vital role, you won’t just be placing orders - you’ll be making decisions that drive our success. You’ll assist with the charge in sourcing quality materials, components, supplies, and equipment while negotiating competitive pricing and building strong vendor relationships. Your work will have a direct impact on our operations, profitability, and reputation in the oil and gas industry.

If you’re a supply chain professional who thrives on strategy, problem-solving, and making things happen, we want to hear from you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop an efficient and accurate system for monitoring all open Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring priority items are delivered on time
• Maintain proper purchasing controls in accordance with company policy
• Review requisitions for proper purchasing authority/specifications and convert requisitions into POs using independent judgment and discretion for vendor selection
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and B.O.Ms
• Evaluate raw material suppliers’ price and delivery for the purchase of bar, tube, and casing
• Evaluate machine shop capabilities and request quotes for 3rd party manufacturing
• Review and select vendors based on quality requirements, delivery times, and the most favorable price
• Participates in vendor negotiations and contract reviews
• Perform buying of sellable and rental equipment from approved vendors to meet the needs of Superior Operations Group and the Customer
• Assist Accounts Payable in ensuring vendors meet distribution requirements
• Identify and qualify new vendors and maintain current vendor relationships
• Coordinate with Inventory Management to ensure all deliveries satisfy the assigned POs and report/negate any back-ordered or missing products
• Assist in physical inventories and drive proper inventory levels
• Establish reliable lines of contact with operations management & engineering teams to ensure all POs are accurate

The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified; nothing restricts the company’s right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time or for any reason.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• One to three years of related experience in supply chain management/buyer and/or a combination of education and experience.
• Preference given to candidates with oil and gas industry experience.
• Preference is given to candidates with a degree in Supply Chain Management, Accounting, or a related field.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Exercises independent judgment and discretion over significant matters relating to the procurement of products while maintaining sufficient margins to be profitable.
• Strong negotiating skills
• Knowledge of contract pricing agreements
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Knowledge of raw material, bar, tube, and casing
• Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and industry standard PO software (Microsoft D365)
• Understanding of Supply Chain practices used in the oil and gas industry
• Knowledge relating to completion services procedures and processes
• Current practices, equipment, materials, and supplies used in the completion tools business
• Ethical business practices

BEHAVIORAL ABILITIES:

• Strong analytical and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and identify remediation
• Capable of building and maintaining positive relationships, both internal and external
• Identifies problems and reviews related information to develop and evaluate options while implementing solutions
• Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Determines the necessary resources, time, and materials for a project
• Drives on-time delivery with item quality meeting requirements at the most favorable costs
• Able to create innovative approaches to address challenging opportunities
• Accurately complete/maintain necessary reports/records in a timely and legible manner, according to applicable procedures and/or work order
• Collect, research, and analyze data
• Commits to the necessary hours to meet deadlines
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit while working in groups and committees
• Deals with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, clients, and customers
• Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Listens to and provides feedback to solve problems
• Makes independent decisions but understands when to escalate issues
• Provides direction, support, and assistance to other department personnel.
• Reads, writes, and speaks fluent English
• Understand the business implications of decisions
• Uses time efficiently
• Works effectively and cooperatively with other personnel

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting - for extended periods without being able to leave the work area.
• Lifting - Up to 50 Lbs. minimum & on an occasional basis.
• Speaking - requires expressing ideas through the spoken word.
• Listening - requires the perception of speech or the nature of sounds in the air.

TRAVEL

• Up to 5% Traveling

Superior Energy Services has Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Matching 401(k), and Personal Time Off (PTO)

To be considered for this position, please select the link “Apply Now.”

Superior Energy Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against any job applicant because of race, color, religion, natural origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics prohibited by law.

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