Senior Buyer

Seatrium Offshore Technology USA, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Seatrium Offshore Technology USA, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Planner to manage just-in-time inventory, material requirements planning, and capacity planning in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will convert plans into production and purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure material availability for on-time production. The role requires 3–5 years in inventory planning and 4–6 years in systems within manufacturing or procurement, with strong Excel/ERP skills and

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of work experience in retail inventory planning, allocation, and/or manufacturing.
• 4-6 years of systems experience in manufacturing, procurement, or customer service.
• Proficient with Windows-based Office apps (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Strong English communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate just-in-time inventory, MRP, capacity planning, and production activity control.
• Convert planned orders to production and purchase orders; manage supplier deliveries.
• Expedite materials, resolve issues with suppliers, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Prepare sourcing packages and evaluate vendors for availability and terms.
• Maintain backlog reports and support continuous improvement in planning.

Skills

Inventory planning

MRP/ERP (SAP)

English communication

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Tools

SAP

Excel

Access

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for just-in-time planning, material requirements planning, capacity planning, and production activity control. Coordinates planning strategy for dependent and non-master items. Converts planned orders to production orders and purchase orders for dependent and non-master items. Verifies material and capacity available. Releases production orders for manufacturing. Converts requisitions into purchase orders with suppliers Reconciles problems by identifying work error messages, expediting material shortages, and coordinating with other planners, sales and Purchasing. Balances demand with capacity for dependent and non-master items. Serves as a member of supply chain, warehouse and logistics Requires product knowledge and knowledge of Just-in-Time, Lean Manufacturing, Materials Requirements Planning, Capacity Planning, ERP, Strategic sourcing, and Production Activity Control. Prepares sourcing packages for projects Source vendors of material, equipment or suppliers and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales Prepare and process purchase orders for supplies and equipment Review purchase order claims for conformance to company policy Resolve any invoices issues with the suppliers Resolve any delivery/material issues with the suppliers Ensure on time delivery from all suppliers Direct and coordinate activities of buying and distributing material, equipment, machinery, and supplies Administer on-line purchasing systems Additional duties as assigned Complete the backlog report on a weekly basis

JOB REQUIREMENTS

3-5 years of work experience in retail inventory planning, allocation, and/or manufacturing 4-6 years of systems and technology experience working in a manufacturing, procurement, or customer service related capacity. Displays attention to detail, with strong analytic and organizational skills Proficient knowledge of Windows-based business computers and Microsoft Office programs; specifically, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word Proficient in MRP and ERP systems (SAP) Proficient ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken and written English Proficient ability to work collaboratively with others; conduct working relationships in a manner acceptable to others and to the organization Proficient ability to remain effective under stress, and respond to pressure in a manner acceptable to others and to the organization Demonstrated ability to model customer-focused behaviors leading to outstanding customer experiences Consistently demonstrates a commitment to Corporate policies and procedures, including but not limited to, attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and ethical responsibilities Good skills in negotiating, expediting and vendor performance evaluation Knowledge and training in purchasing in various fields (electronic, mechanical, and chemical components) Good understanding of both inventory and manufacturing systems Ability to juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated planning and analytical skills Planning system and business Intelligence tool experience a plus APICS certification is a plus Purchasing and product experience required Advanced organization and communication skills Process oriented Experience working in a team environment

BUSINESS UNIT

Seatrium Limited Seatrium Limited provides innovative engineering solutions to the global offshore, marine and energy industries. Headquartered in Singapore, the Group has over 60 years of track record in the design and construction of rigs, floaters, offshore platforms and specialised vessels, as well as in the repair, upgrading and conversion of different ship types. The Group’s key business segments include Oil & Gas Newbuilds and Conversions, Offshore Renewables, Repairs & Upgrades, and New Energies, with a growing focus on sustainable solutions to advance the global energy transition and maritime decarbonisation. As a premier global player offering offshore renewables, new energies and cleaner offshore & marine solutions, Seatrium is committed to delivering high standards of safety, quality and performance to its customers which include major energy companies, vessel owners and operators, shipping companies, and cruise and ferry operators. Seatrium operates shipyards, engineering & technology centres and facilities in Singapore, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Norway, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States. Discover more at www.seatrium.com