Houston-Based Project Procurement Lead

US10377-ECAM Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions US Inc.

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) company match

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Job summary

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions is hiring a Project Procurement Manager in Houston, TX. You will drive procurement activities for equipment, materials, and services, coordinating with Project Management and Engineering teams to secure quotations, analyze bids, and issue purchase orders in SAP.

The role requires 7+ years of purchasing experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field required.
Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.
7+ years of purchasing experience with preference for equipment used in air separation process.
Excellent computer skills (Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Drive, Google Slides).
SAP critical thinking and negotiation skills.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

Conduct RFI / RFP / RFQs for equipment, materials, and services in collaboration with the Project Management team and Engineering teams.
Liaise with Engineering and suppliers to conduct technical clarifications in support of proposal development and project execution.
Secure and analyze quotations, lead negotiations prices and terms & conditions with suppliers, recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities.
Present bid tab analysis to stakeholders during weekly status meetings.
Confer with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule, and to track the status of requisitions and orders or to resolve discrepancies with quantity and quality.
Create and issue accurate purchase orders in SAP in a timely manner.
Prepare, maintain, and review organized purchasing files, reports, supplier database, PO details and price lists.
Coordinate quality matters and engineering changes or developments between the company and suppliers.
Arrange for submission and inspection of sample products as required.
Assist with proposal development by securing budgetary quotes.
Maintain close supplier relationships.
Study market trends in raw materials, commodities, etc.
Present updates to leadership as needed.
Attend project planning meetings to ensure strategic alignment in execution phase