Strategic Buyer - Industrial Equipment & Materials

Energy Transfer Family of Partnerships; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a self-motivated procurement professional to source materials and equipment, negotiate pricing, and arrange for purchase and delivery in line with company guidelines.

You will manage requisitions, issue POs, monitor SAP purchase orders, and coordinate with internal clients and suppliers while handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of buying, pricing and expediting experience within a purchasing division.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Strong working knowledge of natural gas compression parts, industry specifications, and a good understanding of procurement and supply chain management.
• Working knowledge of current market conditions, pricing and sources of supply.
• Able to handle complex and confidential matters in a mature, professional manner.
• Must be able to interface effectively with all levels of internal and external personnel.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and equipment per internal requisitions and source materials from inventory or vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery with suppliers and manage related costs.
• Issue and track material purchase orders to vendors and expeditetheir delivery.
• Coordinate logistics and monitor open requisitions and SAP PO status.
• Provide project material price estimates as needed and communicate requirements clearly.
• Interface with internal clients and suppliers to ensure timely, compliant procurement.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Vendor negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP MM

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a self-motivated procurement professional to source materials and equipment, negotiate pricing, and arrange for purchase and delivery in line with company guidelines.

You will manage requisitions, issue POs, monitor SAP purchase orders, and coordinate with internal clients and suppliers while handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.