Project Buyer IV

Spectraforce Technologies; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking a Project Buyer IV on a 12-month contract in Houston, TX. The role oversees procurement from bidding through PO issuance for a large electrical capital program, requiring strong collaboration and analytical skills.

Responsibilities include strategic sourcing, RFx development, bid evaluation, contract negotiations, and vendor performance management, with Oracle ERP experience and a track record of managing complex electrical equipment purchases for major

Qualifications

• 7+ years of SCM experience with procurement focus.
• Experience purchasing complex electrical equipment for large energy projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with RFx development and contract management.
• Ability to negotiate complex commercial terms and deviations.
• Proficient in Oracle ERP for PO creation and tracking.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute project sourcing for high-value electrical equipment and services.
• Develop materials and services strategies with project and SCM teams.
• Lead bid solicitation, evaluation, and vendor clarifications.
• Negotiate contracts and manage contract execution processes.
• Forecast, report, and communicate SCM activities and risks.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain governance compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Contract management

RFx development

Sourcing strategy

Supplier relationship

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or SCM

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Oracle ERP (R12/Cloud)

Job description

Job Title: Project Buyer IV

Duration: 12 months

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid Schedule)

As Project Buyer IV (contractor), you will oversee all aspects of procurement, from competitive bids to purchase order issuance. This role is vital to the success of the electrical program and our company as we execute a large portfolio of capital projects. If you excel in collaboration, problem solving and analysis we want you to be on our team!

What You Will Do:

• Project sourcing for various complex, long lead time, high value pieces of electrical equipment as well as services contracts to support a large capital expansion project.
• Understand the need for potential early commitments into the market to ensure capacity availability for Project in service dates.
• Work collaboratively with our SCM Business Partners, Category Managers, and Project team to develop materials and services strategies for complex sourcing.
• Lead sourcing development, proposal solicitation (RFX), evaluation (bid tab), facilitation of technical/commercial clarifications, negotiation and contract execution processes.
• Responsible for planning, reporting, forecasting and communicating on SCM activities.
• Contributes to appropriate risk mitigation plans and processes for Project.
• Collaborates with, and seeks expertise of other SCM departments (Governance, Quality, Legal and Expediting) to meet project deliverables and expectations.
• Ensures compliance with SCM and enterprise governance requirements.

Who You Are:

You have the following education & experience:

• University degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field (a combination of education and experience will be considered).
• A minimum of seven (7) years of related experience in the SCM field.
• Demonstrated experience purchasing complex electrical equipment for large energy projects.
• Proven communication (oral and written), strong interpersonal, and presentation skills, with influencing and persuasive talents.
• Demonstrated experience with marking up and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Capable of explaining deviations to standard terms and conditions to the business on commercial matters to seek agreement or to create an alternative position.
• In depth knowledge of RFx development and execution, contraction preparation and contract management.
• Ability to monitor and manage supplier relationships and performance with minimal supervision.
• Experience with ERP systems for PO creation. Specifically, Oracle - R12 or Cloud.

Preferred:

• 10+ yrs of procurement in power, electrical transmission, liquids or natural gas energy industry.
• A postgraduate qualification or MBA.
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) / Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) designation or equivalent is an asset

Working Conditions:

• Typical office environment.
• Minimum travel required