Procurement Manager

Job Title: Procurement Manager
Reports to: Contracts Manager
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Houston, TX

NES Fircroft is a leading global technical recruitment company providing professional contract and permanent staff to a diverse world-wide client base within the energy industry. Our client, a fast-growing low carbon technology licensor catering to the alternative energies industry, has a permanent opportunity for a Procurement Manager to be based in Houston, TX.
 
Job Summary 

Our client is seeking an organized and motivated Procurement Manager who can lead a robust procurement procedures across the company. From receiving requests, identifying vendors, obtaining quotes and proposals, leading the evaluation and vendor selection and following orders through to delivery or completion, this is a role where you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact from the get- go, and work with a fantastic group of people.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead and execute procurement strategies.
• Develop and implement strategic supply chain relationships and agreements for commodities, goods and services.
• Develop and maintain a status report of all procurement activities.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers and vendors to develop and manage a master list of approved suppliers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors.
• Lead the material and service request process by collaboration with key persons to ensure clarity of the Scope and expectations.
• Analyze proposals and technical evaluations and develop recommendations for award.
• Lead and perform bidding and post-order activities through completion and delivery.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce cost and improve effectiveness.
• Take on additional responsibilities within the company to grow your career.

 
Requirements

• Bachelors degree with 10 years’ experience or at least fifteen (15) years of procurement experience within an industrial setting.
• Experience with all phases of procurement from sourcing to delivery.

• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to secure favorable contracts for the procurement of sustainable aviation fuel technology, ensuring compliance with sustainability standards and regulations.
• Collaborating with supply chain partners to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, equipment, and services required.
• Implementing quality assurance processes to ensure that procured materials and equipment meet the company's standards for sustainability, performance, and safety.

• Attention to detail is excellent. You have a great memory and your ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously is fantastic.
• Embody a can-do attitude with excellent communication skills and team spirit.
• Process-oriented with the ability to implement and follow policies and procedures effectively.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work best when having deadlines to meet.
• Tech-savvy, confident using Microsoft Office 365 products.

What You’ll Get

• 25 days (200 hours) of PTO per year plus all the observed public holidays for your working location plus a chance to rest and recuperate at the end of the year when we close our offices over the Christmas period
• Health Saving Plans and Financial Saving Plans (FSA) with a generous 401k contribution
• A great benefit supplements on a monthly basis and life cover.
• We are a social bunch! You’ll be invited to an array of events throughout the year.

 
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a fast growing technology licensor who is driving forward innovative solutions including clean energy projects that improve sustainability and create a lower carbon footprint. The successful applicant will receive a competitive annual compensation package, annual bonus, strong medical benefits, PTO, holidays, and more. For more information on this opportunity or others, please contact Mishu Ventura.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.