Buyer

Location: Clear Lake, TX

Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 (actual salary dependent on experience, qualifications, and skill set)

About the role

This position is with a leading U.S. chemical operator, supporting the safe, high‑quality, and cost‑effective procurement of materials, equipment, and services across the business. The Buyer II will own sourcing strategy, supplier performance, contract management, and commercial negotiations while working closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and QHSE teams in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing, RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier selection across assigned categories, ensuring competitive pricing, quality, delivery, and compliance.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and general Terms & Conditions; support contract drafting, renewals, benchmarking, performance management, and compliance.
• Oversee procurement activity, including purchase orders, supplier performance, delivery issues, and escalations; support Junior Buyers and internal requesters.
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, QHSE, Accounting, and other stakeholders, using Coupa P2P and SAP to maintain accurate procurement and supplier data.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Buyer, with demonstrated Level 2 Buyer capability, preferably in industrial, maintenance, engineering, or operational environments.
• Proven experience negotiating general Terms & Conditions, commercial terms, and supplier agreements.
• Coupa P2P experience required; SAP experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, contracts, cost estimation, and purchasing controls.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Warehouse or inventory experience considered a strong advantage.

Benefits

• Insurance
• Pension
• Additional employee benefits