{"id":3528440,"url":"https://alion.io/job/worley-buyer-i","title":"Buyer I","company":{"id":1818849,"name":"Worley","domain":"worley.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/worley-com","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Eightfold","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":80,"open_postings":190,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.795,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":38,"computed_at":"2026-11-04T06:34:25Z"}},"role":"Operations","role_family":"Operations","seniority":"middle","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Cameron, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-29T22:30:32Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-30","last_verified_at":"2026-11-04T05:38:06Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":5,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":5},"description":"About us\nWorley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.\nPurpose of the role\nYou will be responsible for identifying, evaluating and selecting reliable suppliers of materials, equipment and services to support project execution. Through effective sourcing, purchasing and supplier coordination, you will help ensure that project requirements are met in terms of cost, quality, delivery and compliance.\nWorking under the guidance of the Procurement Manager or senior Supply Management personnel, you will execute assigned procurement activities in accordance with established processes, procedures and project requirements. You will prepare and administer purchase orders, monitor supplier performance, manage commercial and delivery commitments, and provide the necessary approvals and supporting documentation for invoice payments.\nAs an intermediate-level procurement professional, you will progressively take ownership of assigned activities, exercise sound commercial judgement within established authority levels and contribute to the effective delivery of procurement objectives.\nCore Responsibilities\nYou will be responsible for:\nSupplier identification and sourcing: Identify, research and engage potential suppliers to establish reliable sources of supply for project materials, equipment and services. Support supplier evaluations and selection processes to ensure suppliers meet technical, commercial, quality and delivery requirements.\nProcurement execution: Manage assigned purchasing activities from the initial request through to purchase order placement, ensuring all procurement actions follow approved procedures, project specifications and delegated authority requirements.\nPurchase order preparation: Prepare accurate and complete purchase orders, ensuring that pricing, specifications, quantities, commercial terms, delivery requirements and supporting documentation are clearly defined and aligned with project expectations.\nCommercial and cost control: Monitor supplier pricing, evaluate quotations and support commercial negotiations within the scope of delegated responsibilities. Identify opportunities to achieve cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and delivery standards.\nSupplier relationship management: Develop effective working relationships with suppliers, project stakeholders and internal customers. Maintain regular communication to resolve routine procurement issues, clarify requirements and support positive supplier performance.\nDelivery and expediting coordination: Monitor purchase order progress and supplier commitments to help ensure materials and equipment are delivered in accordance with agreed project schedules. Proactively identify potential delivery delays and escalate risks to the appropriate stakeholders.\nQuality and compliance: Ensure that purchased materials, equipment and services meet specified quality standards, technical requirements and applicable procurement procedures. Work with relevant project and quality teams to address discrepancies and support corrective actions.\nInvoice verification and payment support: Review supplier invoices against purchase orders, delivery documentation and agreed commercial terms. Provide the required approvals and supporting documentation to facilitate accurate and timely invoice processing.\nProcurement documentation and reporting: Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase order information, supplier correspondence and supporting documentation. Provide updates on assigned procurement activities, supplier performance and delivery status as required.\nIssue resolution and risk management: Identify routine procurement challenges, assess available options and recommend practical solutions. Escalate complex commercial, technical, quality or delivery matters to the Procurement Manager or relevant senior personnel.\nContinuous improvement: Apply established procurement processes, systems and tools effectively, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency and service delivery.\nTeam collaboration and support: Work collaboratively with project teams, Supply Management colleagues and other internal stakeholders. Where appropriate, provide guidance to junior team members and support the coordination and review of assigned activities.\nWhat you’ll bring to the role\nYou will bring a combination of procurement knowledge, commercial awareness, organizational skills and a collaborative approach to delivering results in a project-focused environment.\nQualifications and experience\nA university degree or equivalent qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Commerce, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience.\nTypically, 3+ years of relevant experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing or supply chain management.\nExperience supporting procurement activities within a project-driven, engineering, construction, energy, chemicals or resources environment will be advantageous.\nPractical experience preparing and administering purchase orders, evaluating supplier quotations and coordinating the procurement of materials, equipment or services.\nAn understanding of supplier selection, commercial terms, purchasing processes, delivery coordination and invoice verification.\nExperience working with procurement systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms and relevant supply chain tools.\nTechnical and commercial capabilities\nProcurement and sourcing knowledge: An understanding of procurement principles, sourcing methodologies, supplier evaluation processes and purchasing best practices. You will be able to apply established procedures and guidelines to complete assigned procurement activities effectively.\nCommercial awareness: The ability to review supplier quotations, understand pricing structures, interpret basic commercial terms and identify potential cost efficiencies. You will demonstrate sound judgement when assessing supplier offers and escalating commercial risks.\nPurchase order management: Confidence preparing, reviewing and administering purchase orders, ensuring that all relevant commercial, technical and delivery information is accurate and complete.\nSupplier coordination: The ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, follow up on commitments, monitor order progress and build productive working relationships that support project delivery.\nDelivery and schedule awareness: An understanding of the importance of procurement lead times, supplier commitments and material availability. You will be proactive in monitoring progress and identifying potential impacts to project schedules.\nQuality and compliance awareness: The ability to recognize the importance of technical specifications, quality requirements, procurement controls and established business procedures when sourcing and purchasing goods and services.\nSystems and technology: An intermediate understanding of procurement systems, processes and tools relevant to the discipline. You will be comfortable navigating digital systems, maintaining accurate records and using available information to support procurement decisions.\nProfessional and interpersonal skills\nCommunication and influencing: You will communicate ideas, requirements and procurement information clearly and confidently, adapting your approach to different audiences. You will demonstrate the ability to influence supplier and stakeholder outcomes through constructive discussion and well-reasoned recommendations.\nAnalytical thinking and problem-solving: You will assess information, identify discrepancies, evaluate practical alternatives and recommend appropriate solutions to routine procurement challenges.\nOrganization and prioritization: You will manage multiple purchasing activities, competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail and a strong focus on delivery.\nCollaboration and teamwork: You will work effectively with colleagues across procurement, engineering, project controls, construction, finance and other business functions, recognizing that successful project delivery depends on strong working relationships.\nAccountability and initiative: You will take ownership of assigned activities, follow through on commitments and demonstrate increasing independence in completing your work. You will recognize when issues require escalation and seek guidance when appropriate.\nAdaptability and continuous learning: You will demonstrate a willingness to develop your procurement knowledge, embrace new systems and processes, respond positively to changing project priorities and learn from more experienced colleagues.\nIntegrity and professionalism: You will conduct procurement activities ethically, transparently and consistently, maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating fairness and accountability in supplier and stakeholder interactions.\nMoving forward together\nWe want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.\nAnd we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.\nAnd there's no barrier to your potential career success. 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