Raw Materials Buyer

5 days ago


Inverurie, United Kingdom NOV Inc. Full time

CLOSING DATE 18 MARCH 2024

**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Source and procure materials, supplies and equipment required for production and operational needs
- Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotes, negotiate contracts and place orders, ensuring competitive pricing and favourable terms
- Evaluate supplier performance based on factors such as quality, reliability and delivery
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with inventory management to ensure adequate stock levels whilst ensuring excess inventory is minimised
- Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders - predominantly production to understand material requirements and develop procurement strategies
- Identify cost saving opportunities and implement cost effective purchasing practices to optimise spending
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
- Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to purchasing

**QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE**:

- Tertiary education in an Engineering discipline
- Experience in a similar position
- Ability to review contractual documents
- Knowledge of material certification
- Awareness of Oil and Gas Process Technology
- Experience with managing suppliers and supply chains

**SKILLS,TRAINING & SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE**:

- Previous experience in a supervisory position
- Manufacturing techniques - Lean, Six Sigma
- Material specifications

Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.

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Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success—now and in the future.

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