Senior Buyer

LocationHouston, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

About us

HMH is a leading provider of drilling solutions, offering a wide range of products and services that are designed to be the safest and most efficient in the industry. Apart from our expertise in land and offshore operations, we are continuously expanding our knowledge within subsea mining, geothermal, onshore and offshore construction, as well as offshore wind industries. With offices in 16 countries across five continents, HMH maintains a strong global presence.


HMH is a frontrunner in developing and providing automation and digital solutions for our drilling customers to support their endeavor to improve efficiency and environmental footprint. Equipped with its brilliant team of engineers, HMH is committed to actively exploring opportunities in other industries. For us, this means new opportunities and challenges that we need creativity and great minds to solve in our efforts to innovate our future.

Do you want to join our team?

At HMH we value our employees. We offer exciting job opportunities that will give you the opportunity to grow in your role and give you the professional development you deserve. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, you will join a casual and inclusive work environment. Our environment is based on respect and having a good day at work, so you can expect to join a knowledgeable, global team who help each other to succeed.

Summary

Reporting to the Director of Sourcing, Americas, the Senior Buyer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing key sourcing strategies and contracts for machining, fabrication, and out-sourced-processing (OSP) support and other key categories. The select candidate will work with the Global Category Leader and other Sourcing personnel on key HMH initiatives to improve on-time delivery, mitigate cost, and ensure quality standards are met for all orders.

The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the following:* Demonstrate an understanding of the supply base as it maps to HMH’s products and global demand.
Convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders in a timely manner, then manage the orders.
Perform analysis and present insights in support of business case scenarios that drive HMH strategy.
Manage supplier relationships for assigned categories and for key suppliers.
Provide category insights and proposals to HMH leadership to influence company strategy.
Effective collaboration at all levels within the company, supply base, and end customer businesses.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Managers, etc.) and cross-functional team members (Finance, AP, IT, etc.)
Drive continuous improvement in the development, modification, and adjustment of sourcing procedures, policies, and processes.
Promote personal accountability for Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) and adhering to the principles and guidelines outlined in HMH's HSSE governing policy.

Qualifications:* Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline; Supply Chain, Engineering, or Operations Management.

Minimum of 5 years of Sourcing or Category Management related experience.
Experience in drilling related oil and gas manufacturing, maritime, industrial manufacturing, or automotive manufacturing industry required.
Experience working in or with an ERP governed business environment (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
Strong business acumen as it relates to purchasing, inventory management, and manufacturing operations.
Prior experience or exposure to global operations.
Advance skills in data analytics, data management and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point).
Experience with lean principles.

Preferred Qualifications:* Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or similar.

International supplier performance management experience.
Management Consulting (Big Four - Advisory or Business Strategy Firm)

Additional Information* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, now or in the future, without employer sponsorship for employment visa status.

No relocation assistance.


Location

Houston, TX (JFK)

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