Purchasing

Sulzer Ltd; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen engagierten Purchasing Agent, um das Team in La Porte, Texas, zu verstärken. In dieser spannenden Rolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Beschaffung von Materialien und die Verwaltung von Bestellungen, während Sie eng mit den Betriebsabteilungen zusammenarbeiten. Sie werden die Möglichkeit haben, Ihre Fähigkeiten in der Verhandlungsführung und im Beziehungsmanagement zu entwickeln, während Sie zur Effizienz und Kosteneinsparung des Unternehmens beitragen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Einkauf und Materialmanagement haben und in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie!

Qualifications

• Erfahrung im Einkauf und in der Materialbeschaffung.
• Kenntnisse in der Verwaltung von Budgets und Kostenkontrolle.

Responsibilities

• Bestellung von Materialien und Teilen für Projekte.
• Verwaltung von Budgets und Vermeidung von Verzögerungskosten.
• Entwicklung von Beziehungen zu Lieferanten und Vertragsverhandlungen.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Organisationsfähigkeiten

Kenntnis von Sicherheitspraktiken

Multitasking-Fähigkeiten

Fähigkeit, schweres Gepäck zu heben

Fähigkeit, Anweisungen zu befolgen

Fähigkeit, unabhängig und im Team zu arbeiten

Education

Abschluss in Betriebswirtschaft oder einem verwandten Bereich

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics D365

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Purchasing - Full Time - La Porte (TX), United States

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

We are looking for a Purchasing Agent to join our Services_AME team in the United States.

Job Description:

The primary functions of the Purchasing Agent are to work with Operations and perform all duties related to purchasing materials for shop jobs. This includes completing standard purchasing forms such as bid requests, material requisitions, purchase orders, logs, and reports. The Purchasing Agent will also oversee inventory management.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Order parts for jobs promptly, as advised by shop departments.
• Support operations in preparing quotes and estimates by contacting vendors for pricing and availability of equipment and materials.
• Represent the company professionally during contact with vendors, customers, or service providers.
• Accurately complete material requisitions and purchase orders and enter them into the database.
• Work effectively in a schedule-driven environment, managing time efficiently.
• Manage budgets and avoid delay costs, including shipping expenses.
• Develop vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for services and purchases as directed by the Head of Procurement.
• Implement cost control, change control, and scheduling of materials.
• Perform inventory cycle counts and reconcile with the ERP system.
• Review work-in-progress reports for material needs and delivery times.
• Expedite orders, quotes, backorders, and work scope changes.
• Order restock items such as consumables, safety supplies, welding materials, machine tooling, A-stock items, and office supplies.
• Pick up parts from vendors if needed.
• Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including filing, office assistance, or supporting special projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of safety practices.
• Skill in operating automotive and materials handling equipment.
• Ability to lift heavy packages and objects.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong multitasking skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with challenging tasks.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics D365 is a plus).
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.).

Interested candidates should reach out to Hayley Lazar at [e-mail] or contact the Hiring Manager, Mohammed Aldarazi. We look forward to hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in multiple countries including the USA.

About us

Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for essential industries worldwide. We support energy security, resource management, and process efficiencies, contributing to a circular economy. With 160 manufacturing and service facilities globally, we focus on innovation, performance, and quality. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834, we employ approximately 13,500 people and had revenues of CHF 3.5 billion in 2024. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). Visit www.sulzer.com for more information.