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Wholesale Electric Supply Co Of Hou

<div><div><div><p><b>Job title</b></p><p><i><br>
Buyer</i></p></div><div><p><b><br>
Reports to</b></p><p><i><br>
Operations Manager</i></p></div><div><p><b><br>
Classification</b></p><p><br>
Non-Exempt</p></div><div><p><b><br>
Schedule</b></p><p><br>
Monday &ndash; Friday, 8 AM &ndash; 5 PM / 40 hours a week</p></div><br>
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Summary/Objective</b></p><p>
The Buyer position is responsible for purchasing, analyzing, negotiating and being a deal maker. The buyer researches, evaluates and buys products for the company to either resell to customers or use in their everyday operations.
</p><p><b>Essential Functions</b></p><ul><li>
Evaluate supplier quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers.</li><li>
May negotiate materials, equipment and supplies from suppliers.</li><li>
Follow up with suppliers concerning order status and delivery and communicate delivery information to impact Wholesale Electric departments.</li><li>
Maintain accurate purchasing, pricing and cost data on applicable company systems.</li><li>
Enter purchase orders based on purchasing procedures and decisions made using Wholesale Electric purchasing system reports and inventory classification of the data. Enter purchase orders for special order items entered onto all of the distribution centers. Ship material from other Distribution Centers by using the shared inventory.</li><li>
Ensure that all electric data interchange, automated stock replenishment, and faxed orders reach the supplier.</li><li>
Review daily supplier shipping error notices and take appropriate action.</li><li>
Review quarterly excess/obsolete inventory reports and negotiate with suppliers to obtain return goods authorizations on excess material.</li><li>
Coordinate product replacements and product recalls.</li><li>
Review all unit of measure problems.</li><li>
Assist the Purchasing Manager with evaluating supplier performance related to on-time delivery, fill rates and errors, transfer cost improvements, branch support, and other measures.</li><li>
Comply with Wholesale Electric standard policies, procedures, internal audit and quality control processes. Understand and support ISO standards and support Wholesale Electric procedures for document control, purchasing, process control, corrective and preventative action, and control of quality records.</li></ul><p><b>
Competencies</b></p><ul><li>
Knowledge of purchasing and inventory concepts, practices, and procedures in the electrical industry.</li><li>
Knowledge of industry including suppliers, customers and competitors</li><li>
Knowledge of business performance measures</li><li>
Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Strong negotiation skills</li><li>
Strong problem solving skills</li><li>
Strong analytical skills</li><li>
Strong computer skills, including purchasing and inventory management systems, programs and reports</li><li>
Ability to exercise judgement</li><li>
Strong analytical and interpretation skills of complex data</li></ul><p><b>
Supervisory Responsibility</b></p><p>
The Buyer position does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities.
</p><p><b>Working conditions</b></p><p>
Work Environment</p><p>
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.</p><p>
Physical Demands</p><p>
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk.</p><p>
This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing on a stool as necessary.</p><p>
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work</p><p>
This is a full time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. The employee must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.</p><p><b>
Education and Experience</b></p><ul><li>
1-2 years previous purchasing with supply chain environment experience, preferred</li><li>
1-2 years Electrical supply experience preferred</li><li>
High school diploma or GED, required</li></ul><div><p>
No Agencies Need to Respond.</p></div></div>

Buyer

Continuum Solutions

<p><b>Buyer &ndash; MRO (Maintenance, Repair &amp; Operations)</b></p><p><b>Role Overview</b></p><p>The Buyer &ndash; MRO is responsible for sourcing, procuring, and managing non-production materials and services that support efficient, cost-effective, and uninterrupted plant operations. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role critical to maintaining continuous operations through effective purchasing, supplier coordination, inventory planning, and cost control.</p><p>Procurement leadership defines purchasing processes, vendor onboarding standards, and system workflows. This position is responsible for executing day-to-day purchasing activities, managing vendor relationships, and responding to operational urgency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly responsive, and comfortable operating in an industrial setting where purchasing decisions directly impact uptime and operations.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with MRO suppliers, vendors, and service providers to ensure quality, compliance, cost efficiency, and reliable delivery</li><li>Execute day-to-day purchasing for maintenance, repair, and operations materials to support uninterrupted plant operations</li><li>Maintain optimal MRO inventory levels by monitoring usage, issuing purchase orders, and tracking delivery schedules to prevent downtime</li><li>Understand MRO terminology, lead times, and the operational impact of delayed materials</li><li>Perform price and cost analysis, evaluate alternative sourcing options, implement volume pricing strategies, and recommend cost-saving initiatives</li><li>Evaluate total cost of ownership (TCO), including unit cost, freight, fees, quality, and long-term supplier performance</li><li>Monitor and expedite MRO items as needed to meet operational timelines</li><li>Analyze historical usage and forecast consumable and spare part needs in coordination with maintenance schedules</li><li>Resolve supplier disputes, delivery issues, and non-conformances promptly and effectively</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure accurate purchase requisitions</li><li>Create or convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in specifications, pricing, quantities, and timing</li><li>Utilize approved vendor and supplier lists to ensure compliance with internal policies and quality standards</li><li>Maintain purchasing files and required documentation</li><li>Conduct regular MRO inventory reviews and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Partner closely with plant operations, maintenance, EHS, and other corporate functions</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned by procurement leadership</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><p><b>Experience / Knowledge</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of <b>3 years of experience</b> in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations</li><li>Experience in manufacturing, industrial, oil &amp; gas, plastics, recycling, or similar environments strongly preferred</li><li>Solid understanding of MRO purchasing fundamentals, vendor negotiation, and operational urgency</li><li>Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve order-related issues</li><li>Experience evaluating cost, quality, lead times, and reliability when selecting vendors</li><li>Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., D365, SAP, or similar) and Microsoft Office</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Analytical, problem-solving mindset with a focus on cost control and execution</li></ul><p><b>Education</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field</li><li><i>or an equivalent combination of education and experience</i></li></ul><p><b>Position Details</b></p><ul><li><b>Reports To:</b> Director, Procurement</li><li><b>Employment Type:</b> Full-time, Exempt</li><li><b>Work Schedule:</b> Monday&ndash;Friday, 8:00 a.m.&ndash;5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings or weekends as operational needs require</li><li><b>Supervisory Responsibilities:</b> None</li><li><b>Work Environment:</b> Combination of office and industrial manufacturing environment; PPE required as applicable</li><li><b>On-Site Expectations:</b></li><li>Short-term flexibility may be available during onboarding</li><li>Long-term success in this role requires consistent on-site presence to support operations, inventory planning, and supplier coordination</li><li><b>Travel:</b> Less than 10%</li></ul><p><b>Physical Demands:</b> Primarily office-based with occasional lifting and manual tasks.</p><p>Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Buyer MRO

UNITY Systems

<p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Lead the material procurement management of assigned projects, which are of varying levels of complexity</li><li>Conduct bid spreadsheet analyses and commercial evaluations of proposals; Coordinate overall evaluations with project clients. Uses analysis in negotiations with suppliers &bull; Develop, issue, and manage RFPs, RFQ, RFIs, etc.</li><li>Single point of contact (SPOC) pertaining to purchase orders within area of responsibility</li><li>Liaise with bidders, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders (supplier qualification, engineering, project team, Legal, Risk, etc.) as required.</li></ul><p><b>Minimum Qualification:</b></p><ul><li>Relevant 4Yr. University degree and a designation in a Supply Chain Management program</li><li>Strategic thinker and team player, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills</li><li>5 years Procurement experience purchasing natural gas equipment (Pipe, Valves, Fittings, Engineered Equipment, etc.)</li></ul><p>Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: On the road</p>

Buyer/Procurement

Houston Community College

<div><b>JOB SUMMARY</b><br>
To provide basic advisory, technical and administrative skills necessary to plan for, prepare, and manage requests for the acquisition of supplies, equipment and services required by the College in compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.<br>
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<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
Prepare and review for accuracy and compliance Purchase Requisitions and Direct Pay Requests as required.<br>
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Research and identify qualified suppliers; plan and organize requirements, specifications, and appropriate supporting documentation for requested procurements.<br>
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Obtain budgetary quotes from suppliers and prepare appropriate budget planning information for management.<br>
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Maintain appropriate documentation of purchase transaction file and records for auditing purposes.<br>
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Prepare reports on a routine and ad-hoc basis to provide information on purchase requisition/purchase order activities.<br>
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Interact regularly to assist College personnel in the processing of requisitions, making recommendations to personnel regarding suppliers and sources of specific materials and advising the personnel of the proper procedures to follow in making the purchases.<br>
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Promote small business utilization through participation in vendor outreach programs.<br>
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Provide training to assigned Customers regarding various procurement policies procedures, methodologies and PeopleSoft procurement training.<br>
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Participate in management meetings, advising management of: market conditions; work conditions and activities; materials, equipment and services price trends; and vendor activity that could affect budget or college operations.<br>
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Utilize knowledge of College specific requirements for good and services, to formulate short-term and long-term strategies in conjunction with Procurement Operations to ensure quality and continuity of supply and minimizing total cost.<br>
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Familiarity with College Budgets; should possess a general knowledge of the General Expenditures Subaccount Listing to verify the correct expense account is used relative to the transaction for all procurement, Accounts Payable, and other related requests.<br>
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Makes purchases for routine good and services as permitted under HCC&rsquo;s Procurement Card Program.<br>
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Generate effective communications, good relationships and a positive image with suppliers, promoting courtesy, objectively, honestly, and fairness.<br>
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Develop an effective open working relationship within all of HCC in resolving day-to-day procurement related issues (e.g., purchase requisition tracking and expediting; expediting product delivery with suppliers; Receiving Reports discrepancies; and supplier non-performance issues.<br>
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Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.<br>
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<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
Education &amp; Experience<br>
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma or GED required
</li><li>Associate&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
</li><li>3 years hands-on experience in purchasing a broad range of materials, equipment and services required
</li><li>Experience in an educational environment preferred</li></ul>
Licensing &amp; Certification<br>
<ul>
<li>Valid Texas Driver License</li></ul>
Special Skills<br>
<ul>
<li>MS Office Programs
</li><li>Information Management Systems
</li><li>State of Texas Procurement Laws and Regulations</li></ul>
Competencies<br>
<ul><li>
Delivering High Quality Work</li><li>
Accepting Responsibility</li><li>
Serving Customers</li><li>
Supporting Organizational Goals</li><li>
Driving Continuous Improvement</li><li>
Acting with Integrity</li><li>
Thinking Critically</li><li>
Managing Change</li><li>
Communicating Effectively</li></ul><b>
Working Conditions</b><br>
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.<br>
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<b>SECURITY SENSITIVE:</b><br>
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code &sect; 51.215<br>
<div><div><b>The Organization</b></div><div>
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country&rsquo;s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.</div><div>
</div><div><b>The Team</b><br>
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You&rsquo;ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you&rsquo;ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Location</b></div><div>
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:</div><ul><li>
Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City&rsquo;s 55.</li><li>
Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.</li><li>
Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.</li><li>
Houston is a major-league sports town, and don&rsquo;t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show &amp; Rodeo.</li><li>
The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.</li><li>
World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation&rsquo;s top institutions.</li><li>
With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston&rsquo;s cultural scene.</li><li>
Houston is the Culture &amp; Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
</li></ul><div></div><div>If this sounds like the role for you and you&rsquo;re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
EEO Statement</b></div><div>
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran&rsquo;s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator</b><br>
<b>Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX</b></div><div><b>
PO Box 667517
</b></div><div><b>Houston TX, 77266</b></div><div><b>
713 718.8271 or </b>hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu</div><div></div><p><br>
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.</p><div>
</div><div>Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.</div></div></div>

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