Field Buyer - Orange, TX

Turner Industries; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Industries Group in Orange, TX is seeking a Field Buyer to combine field-based purchasing with analytical rigor to support complex projects. The role requires managing full requisition cycles in SAP and leveraging Excel to identify trends and savings.

You will work with site teams and suppliers to ensure timely procurement, evaluate supplier bids, and drive cost reductions while complying with HSE policies. The position emphasizes data analysis, negotiation, and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of procurement experience preferred in refining/oil/chemical or related engineering and construction environments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with material, service, and project procurement; cost analysis and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders to support daily maintenance, operations, and repair activities.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure requisitions and purchase orders adhere to policies and procedures.
• Expedite open orders and provide weekly status updates to stakeholders and Procurement Manager.
• Evaluate supplier RFQs using negotiation and procurement analysis techniques.
• Manage purchase order disputes and ensure compliance with HSE policies.

Skills

Advanced Excel

SAP/ERP systems

Procurement & supplier negotiations

Strong communication

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Turner Industries Group L.L.C. is looking for a Field Buyer in the Orange, TX area. This role combines strong field-based purchasing skills with advanced analytical capabilities to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement that supports successful project execution. The ideal candidate will leverage Excel and data analysis skills to identify trends, anticipate needs, and make well-informed decisions that drive savings and efficiency.

Working closely with the site team and suppliers, this position manages the full requisition cycle through SAP. Needs working knowledge of SAP, preferably involving material master, purchasing, inventory, or MRO functions.

Functional Requirements:

Process purchase orders to support daily maintenance, operations, and repair activities, Work with stakeholders to ensure requisitions and purchase orders adhere to purchasing policies and procedures, Process orders in a timely manner and work with suppliers, Expedite open orders and provide a weekly status update to stakeholders and Procurement Manager, Provide the evaluation of supplier RFQ's utilizing appropriate negotiation and procurement analysis techniques, Manage purchase order disputes, Ensure that all purchase orders are in compliance with company HSE policies & procedures, Responsible for new vendor set up and working with requestor and vendor master, Provide an update on AP Block Report and collaborate with requesters to update purchase orders as needed for payment, Work closely with Maintenance, Operations, Safety, Environmental, Finance, Legal, Compliance and Contracts Specialist to reduce costs and improve lead time, Receive bid packages, scopes of work, and technical specifications, from engineering, operations, and maintenance, Prepare formal inquiries, purchasing correspondence, and assemble bid packages on requisition materials, services, and equipment, Coordinate supplier evaluations and negotiation team meetings, Perform cost and price analysis to ensure the company receives the highest value for funds expended, Develop negotiation targets, Prepare cost justification memoranda and cost reduction/savings reports, Determine the best form of insurance and indemnity provisions that would be appropriate and assure that the company's best interests are protected at all times, Determine the type of contract that would be appropriate for the various services and materials requirements that are assigned to the incumbent, Analyze material procurement histories and assimilate data which can be used to negotiate blanket pricing agreements, Prepare contract form, provisions, and terms and conditions, Assure that contractors are properly evaluated and qualified to perform the job under consideration, Participate as a team member actively pursuing and implementing cost reduction ideas and opportunities, Demonstrate the highest level of integrity and honesty in dealing with both inside and outside contacts, Handle an estimated annual expenditure of $20 to 25 million, Whenever appropriate, promptly report safety, health or environmental incidents or issues to management so the situation can be corrected. Attend monthly safety meetings to help prevent off-site and job accidents, Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Qualification Standards:

• Five (5) years in procurement experience in the refining, oil industry, chemical industry, or a related engineering and construction company preferred
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in the purchase of coded vessels, rotating equipment, mechanical equipment, electrical, and instrumentation
• Advanced Excel skills - ability to manipulate large datasets, use pivot tables, and create dashboards or reports.
• Proficiency with SAP or similar ERP systems
• The ability to manage high workload involving multiple priorities
• Experience with material, service, and project procurement
• Experience with cost analysis, cost savings and supplier negotiations
• Post offer drug screen/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Preferred Qualifications

• Field or construction site experience on capital projects.
• Experience in chemical, petrochemical, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Ability to interpret basic material specifications or work packages

Physical Involvement:

May be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing / sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; wearing respirator and other PPE; typing / data entry; stepstool use; work in excessive heat; work in excessive cold; work in loud environment

Mental Involvement:

May be required to do the following: follow set procedures and standards; follow oral/or written directions; knowledge of federal, state and company standards and regulations; ability to read and write; ability to recognize and report safety hazards etc.; interpret written plans and blueprints; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawing or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; ability to communicate with others effectively; ability to work in a team and get along with others; ability to learn new tasks; remember processes, maintain focus, and complete tasks; ability to remain calm under pressure; manage time and expectations across multiple projects; ensure that work is done in a consistent manner and in compliance with directions

Work Environment Factors:

• Location: industrial maintenance and construction sites and/or pipe fabrication facility
• Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: uneven ground level; obstructed pathways; work performed at low and/or high elevations; work performed in confined areas
• Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: predominantly outdoor climate; may be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.; various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.; potential exposure to chemical substances