Category Buyer, Procurement Project Management - Vallourec

Fundamental Mission:

This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. You will collaborate with the Sales team, internal stakeholders, and suppliers to drive procurement excellence and support organizational objectives. In addition the position include being responsible to strategically source materials, services, in support of business requirements, at the most economical total cost, consistent with the standards of quality required, and in accordance with our corporate purchasing policies and procedures. 

The Category Buyer, PPM will manage the following commodities: 

• OCTG Pre-material
• Surface treatment services such as copper plating
• Field service contractor
• Civil Engineering & Construction Services
• Commodities will amount to a spend valued at >$15M

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: 

• Develop and execute procurement project plans, including scope, timeline, budget, defined by sales organization.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure timely delivery and cost-effectiveness.
• Proactively manages assigned family classes, effectively identifies and builds regional strategies tied to specific commodities.
• Identify and qualify suppliers/vendors and establish strategic partnerships to meet project requirements and organizational goals.
• Conduct total cost of ownership analysis and forecasting to support decision-making and mitigate financial risks associated with procurement projects.
• Elaborate negotiation strategies, taking into consideration the targets of the acquisition process
• Negotiate, write ,and execute contracts/agreements to ensure appropriate risk mitigation and exposure are being effectively managed and ensure alignment with the Sales terms when necessary.
• Evaluate supplier performance, address issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier relationships and drive value.
• Lead the sourcing process, including RFx development, bid evaluation, supplier selection, and contract award.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulations, and maintain accurate records/documentation throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Develop and manage complex project budgets and tracks expenses to maintain alignment to plan.
• Report to business and Corporate Management regarding sourcing efficiency and contribution to Index and budget target achievements.
• Provide leadership for Continuous Improvement within the purchasing processes and organizational structure.
• Collaborate with internal customers to ensure quality, competitive cost, and on-time delivery of all products and services.
• Accomplish all details of Job Function listed above.
• Complete various tasks as assigned by company and department management.
• Comply with all EHS rules required for the work environment.

 Education/Experience

• This position requires a minimum of an undergraduate degree in supply chain management, business, engineering or other related discipline; MBA preferred.
• 3-4 years of Capex Commodity management experience
• 3-4 years of experience managing sourcing strategy and contracts for multi-million dollar commercial projects
• This position requires a minimum of 6 to 8 years experience in industrial purchasing with ever increasing responsibilities.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

• A deep understanding of procurement processes, including sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and pricing with vendors, manage contract disputes, and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Experience in evaluating, selecting, and managing suppliers, including conducting supplier assessments, performance reviews, and maintaining strong relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance.
• Ability to provide leadership and vision to diverse group of sourcing and management professionals to achieve desired results among various businesses.
• Requires strong oral and written communication skills, excellent developed interpersonal skills, and a basic understanding of contract law.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Basic knowledge of master production scheduling, material requirements planning, inventory control and production control
• Entrepreneurial mindset with at resilient attitude

Computer Skills:

• Ability to use SAP, Windows, and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point…)

Travel Requirements

• this position requires 10% travel domestically

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This roles has no supervisory responsibilities