Purchaser - Oil and Gas industry

Jobot; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Medical/dental/vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Full benefits from day one

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a highly experienced Purchaser for our Oil and Gas sector in Bridgewater, NJ. The role focuses on procuring materials, equipment, and services to support power generation and energy operations, ensuring on-time delivery and competitive pricing.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in procurement within energy industries, with strong invoicing and logistics knowledge and excellent negotiation skills. This is an on-site, permanent position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of purchasing experience in oil and gas or similar energy sectors.
• Proven ability to develop procurement strategies and lead negotiations.
• Strong knowledge of invoicing, logistics, and supply chain processes.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies within the oil and gas sector.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking for the procurement process.
• Assess, manage and mitigate risks in procurement process.
• Collaborate with other departments to determine needs for goods, materials, and services.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
• Handle and resolve any issues or problems that arise with purchased goods or services.
• Maintain and update records of purchased products, delivery information, and invoices.
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand for services and products.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Market research

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Purchasing software

Job description

Purchaser - Oil and Gas industry

$80000 - $90000 per year | Bridgewater, NJ | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Our client, a well-established organization in the Power & Energy sector, is seeking an experienced Purchaser to manage the procurement of materials, equipment, components, and services supporting power generation and energy operations. This position will work closely with engineering, maintenance, operations, project management, and vendors to ensure critical materials and services are sourced competitively and delivered on schedule.

The ideal candidate will have purchasing or procurement experience within power generation, utilities, energy, industrial manufacturing, or other highly technical environments and understand the importance of quality, reliability, specifications, and lead times when procuring critical equipment and materials.

Why join us?

Benefits

• Paid vacations
• Medical/dental/vision/prescription drug benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Full benefits package will be effective on your first day of employment.

Job Details

We are currently seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Permanent Purchaser for our Oil and Gas sector in the Manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring effective and smooth operations within our procurement department. This role requires an individual with a strong understanding of the oil and gas industry, a high degree of commercial acumen, and a deep knowledge of invoicing and logistics in the Power & Energy Sector. The Permanent Purchaser will be responsible for managing the purchasing of goods, materials, and services to ensure the company's operational needs are met, considering price, quality, and delivery to ensure continuity of supply.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies within the oil and gas sector.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking for the procurement process.
• Assess, manage and mitigate risks in procurement process.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to determine the needs and requirements for goods, materials, and services.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
• Handle and resolve any issues or problems that arise with purchased goods or services.
• Maintain and update records of purchased products, delivery information, and invoices.
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand for services and products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a purchasing role within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of the Power & Energy Sector, with a focus on invoicing and logistics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing management software.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of market research, data analysis, and purchasing best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to make decisions and stay calm under pressure.

Join our team and help us continue to build a culture of integrity and accountability by placing the customer at the center of everything we do. This is an excellent opportunity to utilize your skills, experience, and passion to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.