Buyer

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Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Now is an exciting time to join the Fluor team in the Philippines! Join us and enjoy the following!

Competitive salary | Various allowances | Time Off with Pay | Alternating Friday Off Week | Health and Life Insurance | Retirement Plan | Savings and Investment Plan | Employee Assistance Program | Overall Wellbeing Programs | Employee engagement activities | Participation to volunteer programs that impact our community | Membership to various Employee Resource Groups | Comprehensive Training Program | Mentoring Culture

Job Summary

Specialist II, Material Management (Buyer) is responsible for executing the end-to-end procurement process for equipment, and materials required to support project execution. The role ensures that procurement activities are carried out in accordance with project requirements, company procedures, and schedule commitments. The Buyer works closely with suppliers, engineering, project management, expediting, logistics, and other stakeholders to secure quality products and services at the most competitive terms while minimizing project risks.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Execution

• Perform procurement activities for assigned material and equipment packages from requisition receipt through purchase order closeout.
• Analyze purchase requisitions to develop appropriate sourcing strategies.
• Identify qualified suppliers and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs).
• Coordinate with engineering and project teams to clarify technical and commercial requirements.

Sourcing and Supplier Management

• Conduct supplier sourcing, prequalification, and market research activities as applicable.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, commercial competitiveness, and delivery performance.
• Maintain productive relationships with approved suppliers and identify opportunities for supplier development.
• Support the resolution of supplier performance issues, delivery delays, and contractual concerns.

Commercial Evaluation and Negotiation

• Prepare commercial bid evaluations and recommendation reports.
• Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and contractual conditions.
• Ensure procurement decisions achieve the best value while meeting project objectives and compliance requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and contribute to project procurement strategies.

Purchase Order Administration

• Prepare and issue purchase orders and amendments in accordance with company procedures.
• Ensure purchase orders accurately reflect agreed commercial and technical requirements.
• Monitor supplier compliance with contractual obligations.
• Manage purchase order documentation and maintain procurement records.

Job Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of purchasing or procurement experience.
• Preferably with experience in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, Mining, or other heavy industrial projects.
• Experience handling equipment and bulk material procurement is an advantage.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and contract administration.
• Extensive commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Familiarity with supplier evaluation and bid analysis methodologies.
• Understanding of project procurement lifecycle and project execution requirements.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities.
• Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining quality.
• Fast learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates accountability, initiative, and attention to detail.

To be Considered Candidates:

Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.