Capital Field Buyer - Houston, TX

Turner Industries Group L.L.C. is looking for a Capital Field Buyer in the Houston Area with occasional travel to Port Neches, TX and Lake Charles, LA.. The position type is Contract (Potential to convert to full-time based on performance and project needs.) This role combines strong field-based purchasing skills with advanced analytical capabilities to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement that supports successful project execution. The ideal candidate will leverage Excel and data analysis skills to identify trends, anticipate needs, and make well-informed decisions that drive savings and efficiency.

Working closely with project managers, construction coordinators, and suppliers, this position manages the full requisition cycle through Oracle iProcurement and acts as the primary liaison between the procurement team and field execution teams.

Functional Requirements:

Process purchase orders to support daily maintenance, operations, and repair activities, Work with stakeholders to ensure requisitions and purchase orders adhere to purchasing policies and procedures, Process orders in a timely manner and work with suppliers, Expedite open orders and provide a weekly status update to stakeholders and Procurement Manager, Provide the evaluation of supplier RFQ's utilizing appropriate negotiation and procurement analysis techniques, Manage purchase order disputes, Ensure that all purchase orders are in compliance with company HSE policies & procedures, Responsible for new vendor set up and working with requestor and vendor master, Provide an update on AP Block Report and collaborate with requesters to update purchase orders as needed for payment, Work closely with Maintenance, Operations, Safety, Environmental, Finance, Legal, Compliance and Contracts Specialist to reduce costs and improve lead time, Receive bid packages, scopes of work, and technical specifications, from engineering, operations, and maintenance, Prepare formal inquiries, purchasing correspondence, and assemble bid packages on requisition materials, services, and equipment, Coordinate supplier evaluations and negotiation team meetings, Perform cost and price analysis to ensure the company receives the highest value for funds expended, Develop negotiation targets, Prepare cost justification memoranda and cost reduction/savings reports, Determine the best form of insurance and indemnity provisions that would be appropriate and assure that the company's best interests are protected at all times, Determine the type of contract that would be appropriate for the various services and materials requirements that are assigned to the incumbent, Analyze material procurement histories and assimilate data which can be used to negotiate blanket pricing agreements, Prepare contract form, provisions, and terms and conditions, Assure that contractors are properly evaluated and qualified to perform the job under consideration, Participate as a team member actively pursuing and implementing cost reduction ideas and opportunities, Demonstrate the highest level of integrity and honesty in dealing with both inside and outside contacts, Handle an estimated annual expenditure of $20 to 25 million, Whenever appropriate, promptly report safety, health or environmental incidents or issues to management so the situation can be corrected. Attend monthly safety meetings to help prevent off-site and job accidents, Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Qualification Standards:

• High school or equivalent
• Five (5) years in procurement experience in the refining, oil industry, chemical industry, or a related engineering and construction company preferred
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in the purchase of coded vessels, rotating equipment, mechanical equipment, electrical, and instrumentation
• Advanced Excel skills - ability to manipulate large datasets, use pivot tables, and create dashboards or reports.
• Proficiency with Oracle iProcurement or similar ERP systems
• The ability to manage high workload involving multiple priorities
• Experience with material, service, and project procurement
• Experience with cost analysis, cost savings and supplier negotiations
• Post offer drug screen/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Preferred Qualifications

• - Field or constru