Senior Buyer & Purchasing Team Lead

Plug Power Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Plug Power Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Sr. Buyer who will procure parts for manufacturing and lead the purchasing team.

The role emphasizes strong supplier relationships, timely transactional work, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive communication. The ideal candidate will self‑manage projects, negotiate short‑ and long‑term agreements, mentor staff, and ensure on‑time delivery while upholding quality in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of work experience in a tech manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders to procure material for manufacturing.
• Build and maintain cross-functional relationships and monitor timelines.
• Understand build schedules and manage supply chain activities to avoid downtime.
• Ensure on-time delivery of parts; follow up with suppliers.
• Mentor junior buyers and train new team members.
• Negotiate favorable terms and manage supplier performance.
• Represent Plug Power professionally in all interactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Project management

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or other applicable field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plug Power Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Sr. Buyer who will procure parts for manufacturing and lead the purchasing team.

The role emphasizes strong supplier relationships, timely transactional work, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive communication. The ideal candidate will self‑manage projects, negotiate short‑ and long‑term agreements, mentor staff, and ensure on‑time delivery while upholding quality in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven manufacturing environment.