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Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
Job Summary
As a Field Buyer at Worley, you will play a crucial role in procuring materials and equipment on a competitive basis to meet the project and company requirements. Reporting to the Senior Buyer, this role involves identifying, soliciting, and selecting reliable sources of supply for materials, equipment, and services essential for project execution and supporting Worley's clients. You will work on assignments involving both engineered and non-engineered items, demonstrating a high level of proficiency in procurement activities.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement: Purchase materials and equipment as needed for projects or company operations, ensuring competitive pricing and adherence to procurement guidelines.
Supplier Management: Identify, solicit, and select reliable sources of supply for materials, equipment, and services, maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality.
Proficiency: Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in purchasing principles and practices within the discipline, with the ability to handle complex purchasing activities.
Autonomy: Work under minimal supervision, plan tasks independently, and manage varied and complex responsibilities. Exercise judgment and experience to address challenges and recommend solutions.
Communication: Effectively communicate ideas and concepts, including participating in the preparation and delivery of proposals, presentations, and reports.
Technical Expertise: Develop a strong understanding of systems, processes, and tools related to field procurement. Assist others in troubleshooting issues as needed.
Supervision: Work under self-initiated technical guidance, with periodic interaction with a supervisor. Assign activities and provide technical guidance to a few staff members for common projects.
Qualifications
We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
Company
Worley
Primary Location
USA-LA-Cameron
Job
Purchasing
Schedule
Full-time
Employment Type
Employee
Job Level
Experienced
Job Posting
Jul 2, 2024
Unposting Date
Aug 1, 2024
Reporting Manager Title
Indirects Manager
Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
Job Summary
As a Field Buyer at Worley, you will play a crucial role in procuring materials and equipment on a competitive basis to meet the project and company requirements. Reporting to the Senior Buyer, this role involves identifying, soliciting, and selecting reliable sources of supply for materials, equipment, and services essential for project execution and supporting Worley's clients. You will work on assignments involving both engineered and non-engineered items, demonstrating a high level of proficiency in procurement activities.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement: Purchase materials and equipment as needed for projects or company operations, ensuring competitive pricing and adherence to procurement guidelines.
Supplier Management: Identify, solicit, and select reliable sources of supply for materials, equipment, and services, maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality.
Proficiency: Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in purchasing principles and practices within the discipline, with the ability to handle complex purchasing activities.
Autonomy: Work under minimal supervision, plan tasks independently, and manage varied and complex responsibilities. Exercise judgment and experience to address challenges and recommend solutions.
Communication: Effectively communicate ideas and concepts, including participating in the preparation and delivery of proposals, presentations, and reports.
Technical Expertise: Develop a strong understanding of systems, processes, and tools related to field procurement. Assist others in troubleshooting issues as needed.
Supervision: Work under self-initiated technical guidance, with periodic interaction with a supervisor. Assign activities and provide technical guidance to a few staff members for common projects.
Qualifications
- University Degree in a related field or applicable discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Some relevant experience in procurement or a related field.
- Fully proficient level with a deep understanding of procurement principles and practices.
- Ability to plan work independently and accomplish varied and complex tasks.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to recommend solutions based on experience and judgment.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to influence participation in proposal, presentation, and report preparation.
- Familiarity with systems, processes, and tools related to procurement.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teams and provide technical guidance.
We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
Company
Worley
Primary Location
USA-LA-Cameron
Job
Purchasing
Schedule
Full-time
Employment Type
Employee
Job Level
Experienced
Job Posting
Jul 2, 2024
Unposting Date
Aug 1, 2024
Reporting Manager Title
Indirects Manager
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Seniority level
Not Applicable -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain -
Industries
Professional Services
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