Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: The Buyer is responsible for the purchasing needs for the assigned project or department and acts as a liaison between vendors and the Company in Westlake, LA.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Handles purchasing for projects, operations, maintenance, and other departments as required

• Reviews requisitions regularly; converts to purchase orders up to approved authority

• Markets requests with appropriate vendors; keeps lists of vendors related to standard items stocked and/or purchased

• Places orders with vendors in accordance with approved POs

• Verifies price, delivery date and any other charges pertaining to orders

• Makes necessary changes to orders in system

• Solves invoice problems; forwards invoices with errors to appropriate parties for correction

• Matches received orders to approved purchase orders; updates purchase order system; ensures information is disseminated to appropriate parties

• Researches goods not received based upon orders placed

• Handles calls from vendors concerning deliveries, unpaid invoices

• Participates in procurement meetings

• Functions as a team member with other procurement department members

• Acts as back up to other team members; assists Supervisor as required

• Submits special reports as requested

• Monitors and follows up on back orders

• Works with systems group as necessary to ensure procurement systems are functioning properly

• Researches vendor statements to ensure proper balances

• Trains regularly on all Federal, state and local environmental regulations, requirements and guidelines; follows and adheres to all guidelines, regulations, and requirements

• Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of EHSS principles and values; champions safety at all times; participates in and/or leads safety teams or projects as appropriate

• Performs other duties assigned by management that generally fall within the expected scope of this position

Ideal Background

Education: High school diploma or GED is required. Bachelor’s Degree in business, supply chain, accounting, finance, or similar field preferred, College accounting or business courses helpful.

Experience: Requires 3+ years of relevant industrial experience in procurement, business or accounting experience preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent computer skills, including ability to use Microsoft Office Suite, various email and internet programs and applications, financial programs, databases, and other programs used by the Company

• Experience working with purchase orders

• Knowledge of chemical industry vendors

• Ability to multi-task; organizational skills

• Customer service focus; ability to deal with diverse personalities; negotiation and conflict resolution skills

• Ability to meet deadlines and handle purchase orders and invoices promptly

• Experience working with Federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations preferred

• Fluent in English language including reading, writing and speaking; ability to read and write at a minimum of high school level; ability to clearly communicate to all levels in organization

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.