Senior Buyer

Job Details

Job Location:

TX-LEGACY - Houston, TX 77066
Position Type:
Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage :
Negligible
Job Shift: Day

Flowco Production Solutions is artificial lift. It’s all we do. All day. Everyday. Founded and operated by the pioneers of the oil and gas artificial lift industry, Flowco is redefining well “optimization” with the very latest in USA manufactured gas lift and plunger lift technologies and delivering unrivaled customer support wherever and whenever you need it.

• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders for production materials, components, and services.
• Conduct supplier sourcing activities, including RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier selection.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms to achieve cost, quality, and service objectives.
• Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and monitor supplier performance.
• Ensure suppliers meet quality, delivery, and cost expectations.
• Analyze market conditions, lead times, pricing trends, and supply risks to support purchasing decisions.
• Resolve supplier quality issues and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Review MRP requirements daily and execute purchasing activities to support production schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with Manufacturing and Planning teams to maintain appropriate inventory within established min/max targets.
• Identify and address material shortages, supply disruptions, and inventory imbalances.
• Support demand planning and replenishment activities to ensure continuity of supply.
• Assist with production scheduling activities as required to support customer demand.

• Communicate material status, supplier issues, and production impacts to Management, Sales, Operations, Shipping, and Field Service teams.
• Coordinate with Field Service locations to establish realistic delivery commitments and due dates.
• Partner with Quality, Receiving, and Accounts Payable teams to resolve receiving discrepancies, supplier non-conformances, and invoice issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within Procurement and Supply Chain operations.

• Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier, inventory, and lead-time data within the ERP system.
• Generate and analyze purchasing, inventory, and supplier performance reports.
• Assist with the development and improvement of procurement processes and procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Buyer II: 2-5 years of procurement, purchasing, or materials management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Buyer III: 5+ years of procurement, purchasing, or materials management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of purchasing principles, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

• Experience in oil and gas manufacturing, artificial lift equipment, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Experience with Net Suite ERP system.
• Experience with LYNQ MES.
• Experience with RF-SMART WMS.Knowledge of production planning and inventory control methodologies.
• APICS/ASCM, CPSM, CPM, or related supply chain certification.

• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• A sense of urgency and commitment to customer service.
• Effective negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Sound business judgment and decision-making ability.
• A collaborative approach to problem solving.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Professionalism, accountability, and integrity.

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career development opportunities
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Applicants must successfully pass a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.