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About Piping Technology & Products (PT&P)
Founded in 1978 and based in Houston, TX, PT&P is a leading manufacturer of engineered pipe supports and other piping system products used in power, refining, chemical, and related industries. We’re known for fast turnaround, reliable quality, and a strong commitment to helping our customers keep critical infrastructure running. With a wide range of in-house capabilities, PT&P continues to grow while staying focused on innovation, service, and long-term partnerships. Join our team and help deliver solutions that keep critical infrastructure running safely and efficiently.
Position Summary
Piping Technology & Products is a fast-growing manufacturing company supplying pipe supports and expansion joints worldwide. We’re looking for a Buyer who has significant experience in purchasing metal, raw materials, MRO Materials (Maintenance, Repairs, & Operations), cutting tools, abrasives, and related shop supplies are preferred.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to initiate supplier contacts, obtain price and availability, quote and place purchase orders, and review and manage inventory levels.
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
- Purchase office stationery, copy paper, toner, shop tools, weld wire, abrasives, cutting tools, occasional catering, and PPE for the entire plant.
- Accurately and timely generate quotation requests and purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on past due orders.
- Identify potential new suppliers for evaluation and qualification.
- Communicate with department managers to assure material being purchased meets their specifications and delivery requirements.
- Track shipments from the vendor to the freight forwarder to the intended destination.
- Review requisitions; confer with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability and delivery schedule.
- Process return materials for credit, repairs, exchange, etc.
- Create and maintain purchase orders and invoice files for review and audit purposes.
- Adhere to and ensure compliance of all Company policies, rules, procedures, and housekeeping standards.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required Skills
- Must be able to read drawings.
- PVF (Pipe Valve Fittings) Knowledge Preferred.
- Super strong negotiation skills.
- Minimum of High School Diploma. College Credit Preferred.
- Must be able to follow safety protocols for working inside a manufacturing facility.
- Ability to be on time, with minimal absences.
- The ability to maintain complete organization and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
- The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel, as well as with customers and other outside contacts.
- Basic administrative and clerical skills
- Ability to type and use a personal computer keyboard efficiently.
- Ability to operate a calculator, copy machine, and telephone equipment.
- Good mathematical and grammatical skills.
- Basic understanding of personal computers, printers, and spreadsheets necessary. Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel required. Google Suite is a plus.
Why Join Us
- This is a great opportunity to join a stable, reputable company who has continued its success and growth over the past 50 years.
- Company insurance benefits are available to new employees on the first day of the month following their start date.
- Medical. Dental. Vision. Life. PTO. 401K
Salary Description
$25 - $30/hour
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