Strategic Shipyard Buyer & Procurement Specialist

Bollinger Shipyards; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards in Houma, Louisiana is seeking a Buyer responsible for managing the acquisition of goods and services for vessel construction and maintenance. The role includes vendor negotiations, purchasing activities, and ensuring timely material availability.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain management, with proficiency in communication and organizational skills. Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain management, contract management, program management or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Program purchasing activities within BHS.
• Respond to purchase requests for project-related and facility needs.
• Generate purchase orders for material requirements using the company’s purchasing system.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and solicit bids.
• Review supplier proposals to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules within budgetary constraints.
• Work to add new suppliers to the Approved Vendor List (AVL).
• Ensure timely acknowledgment and acceptance of POs by suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and expedite deliveries as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and organized procurement documentation.
• Approve vendor invoices for payment when needed.
• Liaise with internal teams to understand material requirements and resolve procurement-related issues.
• Facilitate and attend supplier meetings to resolve problems and explore standardization opportunities.

Skills

Familiarity with materials used in shipbuilding repair

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Proficient written and verbal communication skills

Team-oriented with organizational abilities

Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems

Job description

Position Overview: The Buyer is responsible for managing the acquisition through delivery of goods and services required for the construction and maintenance of vessels, facilities, and administrative functions. This role involves purchasing, vendor negotiations, bid evaluation, and order tracking. The Buyer ensures the availability of materials and services on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and delivery standards.

Key Responsibilities

• program purchasing activities within BHS.
• Respond to purchase requests for project-related and facility needs.
• Generate purchase orders for material requirements using the company’s purchasing system.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and solicit bids.
• Review supplier proposals to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules within budgetary constraints.
• Work to add new suppliers to the Approved Vendor List (AVL).
• Ensure timely acknowledgment and acceptance of POs by suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and expedite deliveries as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and organized procurement documentation.
• Approve vendor invoices for payment when needed.
• Liaise with internal teams to understand material requirements and resolve procurement-related issues.
• Facilitate and attend supplier meetings to resolve problems and explore standardization opportunities.
• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems is a plus.
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain management, contract management, program management or a related field.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Familiarity with materials used in shipbuilding repair.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented with organizational abilities.
• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems is a plus.
  
  

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.