Strategic Buyer & Holdback Release Specialist

3001 TC USA Services Inc; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking a Buyer/Holdback Release Analyst in Houston with global exposure to Canada and Mexico. You will manage materials procurement, RFx development, supplier negotiations, and holdback administration across construction projects.

The role requires 3+ years in procurement, knowledge of lien legislation, and strong cross-functional communication to coordinate with Engineering, Legal, Risk, and Accounts Payable teams.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years procurement experience purchasing natural gas equipment.
• A combination of education and relevant practical experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials by assigned commodity, with varying levels of complexity.
• Conduct commercial evaluations of quotes and use analysis in negotiations with suppliers.
• Develop, issue, and manage RFx.
• Single point of contact (SPOC) pertaining to purchase orders within area of responsibility.
• Liaise with suppliers and collaborate with other internal stakeholders (Engineering, Project teams, Legal, Risk, Project Controllers, Accounts Payable etc.).
• Understand standard Purchase Order Terms and Conditions.
• Ensure all relevant information is received to maintain SAP records.
• Support the contractor holdback process by following established procedures and identifying opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency and consistency.
• Maintain holdback and release checklists that reflect applicable lien legislation across US states and Canadian provinces.
• Coordinate with senior team members and, as required, legal counsel to confirm holdback requirements and jurisdiction-specific legislation.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship mgmt

Stakeholder management

Time management

Education

Post-secondary education in Business

Supply Chain Management degree

Job description

TC Energy is seeking a Buyer/Holdback Release Analyst in Houston with global exposure to Canada and Mexico. You will manage materials procurement, RFx development, supplier negotiations, and holdback administration across construction projects.

The role requires 3+ years in procurement, knowledge of lien legislation, and strong cross-functional communication to coordinate with Engineering, Legal, Risk, and Accounts Payable teams.