Project Procurement Manager

Balazs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick time

Job summary

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions in Houston seeks a Project Procurement Manager to source equipment and services for large-scale capital projects. You will lead supplier negotiations, manage RFIs/RFPs, and ensure on-time, cost-competitive procurement in alignment with project goals.

You will collaborate with Engineering and PM teams, maintain supplier data in SAP, and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes to support capital expenditures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business or related field.
• 7+ years of purchasing experience with preference for equipment in air separation.
• Proficient in SAP and Google Workspace tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct RFIs/RFPs/RFQs for equipment, materials and services with PM and Engineering teams.
• Negotiate prices, terms and conditions with suppliers and assess cost, quality and delivery.
• Prepare purchase orders in SAP and maintain supplier data and price lists.
• Coordinate quality matters and engineering changes between company and suppliers.
• Attend project planning meetings to ensure strategic alignment during execution.
• Present bid analyses to stakeholders in weekly status meetings.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Gmail

Google Sheets

Google Docs

Google Drive

Google Slides

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field

Tools

SAP

Google Workspace

Job description

## Project Procurement ManagerApplylocations: Houston, TX (HO) - Engineering - E&C Houstontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: R10095375R10095375 Project Procurement Manager (Open)Location:Houston, TX (HO) - Engineering - E&C HoustonAir Liquide Global E&C Solutions is a technology partner of choice for the design, engineering and construction of leading-edge processing facilities and related infrastructures worldwide. We enable our customers to optimize the use of the planet's natural resources in order to provide clean and sustainable energy thanks to our people and their capability to innovate constantly. Through cutting edge innovation applied to our proprietary technology we contribute to the transformation of the energy industry and help to preserve & protect the atmosphere of our planet. Looking back on decades of operational expertise within the world leader in gases for industry, health and the environment, we develop creative, safe, reliable and competitive solutions for our customers, proposing a sustainable worldwide offer of best-in-class plants in a dynamically changing marketplace. Air Liquide’s ambition is to be a leader in its industry, deliver long term performance and contribute to sustainability - with a strong commitment to climate change and energy transition at the heart of its strategy.**How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?**We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.At Air Liquide we ****RESPECT, HONOR**** and ****VALUE**** diversity.****Air Liquide is hiring for a Project Procurement Manager in Houston, TX.********We are looking for you!********Comprehensive Family Benefits**:** Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance. ****Future Security:**** 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time. **Early Access:**Your benefits start on the first day of employment.Responsible for sourcing and negotiating the procurement of equipment and services for Air Liquide’s large-scale capital projects executed by its in-house EPC firm. Purchases must be secured at competitive cost, quality, and delivery levels consistent with Company policy and performance standards. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and physical demands required.**Job 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## \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_## ## Are you a MATCH?**Required 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. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship* 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.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Knowledge of raw materials, industrial gas production processes, equipment specifications* Knowledge of business and procurement principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, coordination of resources, purchasing policies, processes and procedures.* Verbal communication skills: speaks clearly and persuasively to convey information effectively; actively listens to understand, asks questions as appropriate and responds well to questions.* Manage flow of incoming emails well, and responds quickly to project needs* Written communication skills: writes clearly and informatively and presents numerical data effectively.* Negotiation skills: develops cooperative working relationships with vendors and suppliers to effectively negotiate for best possible prices and terms.* Organizational skills: Manages and completes multiple tasks on time and plans, prioritizes, and organizes work to achieve goals and objectives with excellent follow through and follow up.* Interpersonal skills: Builds positive team spirit by developing constructive and cooperative working relationships and interdepartmental group commitments to effectively achieve production goals and objectives.* Computer skills: Proficiency in Google Workspace Suite and Gmail; proficient in the use of SAP systems.* Technical skills: Ability to read an equipment general arrangement (GA) drawing, bills of material, equipment packing lists, transportation drawings, etc.* Ability to work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and work independently with little supervision.* Ability to be self-motivated, persistent, hands-on, results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency, the ability to take initiative and accomplish goals.* Ability to demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and maturity with good judgment.* Ability to maintain consistent and regular attendance during regular business hours