Entry Level Buyer

Job description / Role

Under direct supervision, compiles requests for materials, prepares purchase orders using defined buying channels, tracks purchases/supplies, and handles inquiries about orders by utilizing established sources either through category management or locally defined suppliers.

- May use other defined buying channels to procure items.
- Works with material coordinators/warehousemen to eliminate material constraints.
- Resolves goods and invoice receipts issues, enlisting supervisor’s or procurement specialist’s help when needed.
- Performs all duties in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- May perform RFQ’s up to their procurement authority and assist in other areas as directed by Supervisor.
- Assists in selecting and qualifying suppliers as well as negotiating with approved suppliers for goods and services not covered under Category Management.
- Job tasks impact costs containment, efficiency, profitability, or operations.

Job Roles:
- Compiles requests for materials, prepares purchase orders using defined buying channels, tracks purchases and supplies, and handles inquiries about orders
- Works with material coordinators to eliminate material constraints that negatively impact inventory levels
- Complies with and executes Category Management strategy in accordance with policies and procedures
- Expedites, de-expedites and issues change orders to meet field demands
- Analyzes and resolves goods and invoice receipt issues with assistance as needed
- Resolves goods and invoice receipts issues, enlisting supervisor or procurement specialist help when needed

Requirements

Skills are typically acquired through at least 1 year of related experience. Undergraduate degree in applicable discipline preferred.

We offer a challenging position in a dynamic and internationally operating company with worldwide opportunities. The successful candidate can expect a competitive remuneration package with an excellent training and working environment.

About the Company

Founded in 1919, Halliburton is one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the energy industry. With more than 72,000 employees, representing 140 nationalities in approximately 80 countries, the company serves the upstream oil and gas industry throughout the lifecycle of the reservoir – from locating hydrocarbons and managing geological data, to drilling and formation evaluation, well construction and completion, and optimizing production through the life of the field.