Strategic MRO Buyer (Hybrid) — Drive Supplier Value

OXEA GmbH; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Work/Life Balance

401(k) with match

Profit-sharing

Job summary

OXEA in Houston, TX seeks a Strategic Buyer for MRO indirect materials to lead procurement activities, negotiate strategic contracts, and drive P2P improvements across US plants. The role collaborates with internal stakeholders and suppliers to optimize cost, lead times, and supplier performance.

Hybrid work is possible; relocation not required. The successful candidate will have 5–7+ years in MRO category management, solid cost analysis capabilities, and experience in a plant environment,

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 5-7+ years related experience in MRO Category Management.
• Experience with cost analysis, strategic contracts management and supplier negotiations.
• Experience with material, service and project procurement.
• Experience in a plant environment (preferred), background and/or knowledge in MRO, pumps, rotational equipment, turnarounds, maintenance, and operations.
• Experience in developing strategic category initiatives around vendor consolidation, cost savings, inventory, optimization, etc.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic initiatives and objectives to drive business growth while maintaining capital discipline.
• Build a strong understanding of assigned categories, strategic business direction, and requirements by staying updated on market trends and working with internal stakeholders to understand their business continuity needs.
• Process purchase orders to support daily maintenance, operations and repair activities including stock and non-stock items, services, turn around, work and project orders in a timely manner and work with suppliers to ensure best quality, cost, and delivery term.
• Coordinate and manage all activities during the purchasing process, including procurement master data, monitoring transportation and invoice review and follow-through, to ensure on time payment to all vendors.
• Build and maintain effective supplier and vendor relationships; oversee key supplier interfaces to enhance Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
• Maintain key performance metrics appropriate for assigned category and suppliers.Work with stakeholders to ensure requisitions and purchase orders adhere to OXEA’s Purchasing Policies and Procedures.
• Expedite open orders and provide a weekly status update to stakeholders and Procurement Manager.
• Maintain excellent and regular communication with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Lead and provide the evaluation of supplier RFQ’s utilizing appropriate negotiation and procurement analysis techniques.
• Manage purchase order disputes to ensure fair and timely resolution with suppliers. This includes escalation of disputes where needed with the support from Procurement Manager and Legal.
• Maintain compliance with our ISO processes, participate on internal and external audits, support/ensure on time finding closure.
• Responsible for new vendor set up and working with requestor and vendor master to ensure compliance.
• Provide an update on AP Block Report and collaborate with requestors to update purchase orders as needed for payment.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Operations, Safety, Environmental, Finance, Legal, Compliance and Contracts Specialist to reduce costs, improve lead time, innovation & efficiencies.
• Identify and implement procurement to pay process improvements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OXEA in Houston, TX seeks a Strategic Buyer for MRO indirect materials to lead procurement activities, negotiate strategic contracts, and drive P2P improvements across US plants. The role collaborates with internal stakeholders and suppliers to optimize cost, lead times, and supplier performance.

Hybrid work is possible; relocation not required. The successful candidate will have 5–7+ years in MRO category management, solid cost analysis capabilities, and experience in a plant environment,