- Manage RFPs, negotiate proposals & set up contracts related to field services.
- Issue service orders and manage the purchasing process from cradle to grave.
- Monitor daily requirements in support of operations and maintenance in all aspects of preventive, reactive, and emergency field services.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to support creation of scopes for field services as needed, to bring commercial and contractual perspective.
- Expedite and report status of service repairs based on assigned priorities.
- Data collection and analysis of spend data related to field services.
- Understanding of cost drivers based on raw material, labor, and macro-economic trends related to field services.
- Maintaining day-to-day supplier relationships, including performance reviews, catalogues, contract pricing and orders to continuously improve processes and drive efficiency.
- Implement strategies to improve supplier performance and reliability.
- Resolve supplier-related issues, discrepancies, and conflicts effectively and in a timely manner.
- Collaborate closely with the Quality department to conduct audits, raise NCRs and follow through on corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, pricing, and supplier information.
- Develop service scorecards that will assist to rate supplier's performance in a consistent and objective manner.
- Work with our 3PL freight forwarder to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolution of OS&D's..
- Work as directed to support Purchasing Team.
- 2-4 years of experience in procurement for construction services. Preferably experience in maritime equipment.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite of products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Experience with Microsoft Power BI, a plus.
- Ability to multi-task; prioritize daily work assignments and manage time wisely.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to respond appropriately to sensitive situations and information.
- Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills including the ability to work well with both internal and external customers.
* - Competitive salary and bonus program.
- 401(k) program that includes 100% company matching of the first 6% of employee contributions with immediate vesting.
- Annual profit-sharing contributions by the company to participants' 401(k) accounts based on company's annual performance.
- Medical, Dental, Prescription, Life and Disability insurance plans.
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Buyer - Houston, United States - Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
Description
Buyer
The Opportunity
The GLDD purchasing department is responsible for enterprise-wide procurement of materials, services, and equipment through field and corporate purchasing channels in achievement of required operational service levels and cost saving initiatives, requiring close coordination and collaboration across multiple divisions, functional departments, and international boundaries. This position reports directly to the Director of Procurement.
About the Company
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 134-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company's Incident-and Injury-Free (IIF) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company's culture. The Company's commitment to the IIF culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.
Responsibilities
The Buyer will perform a variety of duties which may include
Requirements
Benefits
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.
GLDD participates in E-Verify as required by law.
