Buyer, Procurement

NSB Omega is searching for a Buyer, Procurement for our Oil & Gas Client in Quintana, TX. Assignment Description Job Summary This position shall perform purchasing functions including, but not limited to reviewing procurement requisitions for proper content and quality, issuing purchase orders, expediting orders, assisting and training other purchasing personnel in the efficient procurement of goods and/or services.

Location/Travel Information:

This position is based at the Client's Quintana location with travel to off-site locations as required. This position requires the incumbent to hold a valid, unexpired driver license at all times in order to perform the essential functions of the job. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Reviewing requisitions and developing specifications to permit the competitive procurement of non-complex to complex items and services Soliciting written quotations Completing bid tabulations Attending, participating in, and at times leading weekly status meetings Organization, attendance, and participation in Vendor meetings, Kick-Off meetings, Pre-Bid meetings, and pre-bid site visits Researching, seeking, and securing alternative sources of supply Preparation of confidential information Acting as a ?lead? for the Procurement Buyer team at Headquarters Development of supplier relationships Negotiating terms and conditions to include expediting and preferred pricing Verification of budgeted funds for specific goods and/or services Maintaining procurement documents in a systematic and auditable fashion Communicating with FLNG management resources, budget holders, maintenance, operations and other office personnel to determine and support their needs Maintaining the preferred/approved vendors list for Freeport LNG Development entities through evaluations and good business processes Acts as a back-up for other Procurement professionals as well as Procurement Supervision Accountable for accurate record keeping and transactions Closing out completed POs Facilitating payment through invoice approval and processing Assisting with responses to Audit department inquiries Once monthly in-person meetings at the Terminal location in Freeport, TX with additional travel for training or departmental quarterly events Rotational on-call status with all Procurement Buyers, for 24/7/365 support of the Operations Terminal Essential Functions Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as mathematical abilities and a strong knowledge of the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) SAP business system Highly detail oriented Strong negotiation and critical thinking skills Knowledge of the operations, functions, and scope of authority of departments and offices related to the handling and disposing of information and requests for information Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary with oral and written communications Comprehensive understanding in the use of PC equipment including software such MS Office, Power point, Project and Visio Build strong collaborative networks with key stakeholders and suppliers Good analytical problem solving skills, including root cause failure and troubleshooting Active learner, self-starter/motivated - Team player and able to work in a high-stress and fast- paced environment Strong Planning skills, Experience in reading and understanding

P&ID & MF

drawings, understanding of vendor/equipment supplied data sheets Management of budgets Management of team schedules when required Development, improvements, and issuance of Procurement KPIs Ability and willingness to work a flexible full-time schedule that may include weekends and holidays Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment and an operating warehouse environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This role occasionally uses various size forklifts. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing, walking throughout areas of the facility are required. This would require the ability to: Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift Ability to move throughout all areas of the facilities Ability to drive to other office and off-site locations as required Visual and audio acuity, corrected if necessary to perform job functions Ability to distinguish color to perform job functions Other Duties Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. HSE Roles and Responsibilities Support the policies, efforts, and programs of Freeport LNG Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System. Actively participate in the HSE Management System Policies. Ensure that HSE concerns are given priority in all activities completed within their area of responsibility. Implement routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions

Experience Minimum Experience Required:

Five (5) years procurement-related experience, Three (3) years SAP experience in a Supply Chain environment

Preferred Experience:

Eight (8) years procurement-related experience Knowledge of oil and gas, petrochemical, construction-related products, similar plant/industry experience SAP Material Management Systems experience Duration 1 Year(With Possibility of Extension) Location Quintana, TX