Project Buyer Expeditor

is seeking to hire a Project Buyer Expeditor for our client in Houston, TX!

Benefits Available!
Weekly Pay!

Pay Rate - $31.50/hr
1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Buyer / Expeditor to support project procurement activities within the New Unit Gas Turbine Business. This role focuses on the tactical execution and management of purchase orders, supplier follow-up, delivery expediting, and coordination with internal project teams to ensure materials are available in alignment with project schedules.

The Project Buyer / Expeditor will work closely with the Project Procurement Manager, Project Managers, operational material requirements planning teams, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will review material demand requirements in SAP, create and manage purchase orders based on approved supplier quotes, monitor order progress, resolve delivery issues, and proactively communicate potential schedule impacts.

This position is primarily focused on purchase order execution and expediting rather than strategic sourcing or supplier negotiations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously, and able to build strong working relationships across a complex project environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage assigned procurement work queues and ensure purchase orders are created and issued in a timely manner.

Review project material demand requirements in SAP and create purchase orders based on approved supplier quotes.

Manage purchase orders throughout the procurement cycle, from creation and approval through supplier confirmation and delivery.

Monitor purchase order schedules and proactively expedite materials to support project timelines.

Follow up with suppliers regarding order confirmations, delivery progress, delays, and outstanding action items.

Manage purchase order approval workflows and follow up on outstanding approvals to prevent delays.

Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase order documentation, and updates within SAP and other purchasing systems.

Collaborate with Project Procurement Managers, Project Managers, internal customers, and operational material planning teams to align procurement activities with project requirements.

Attend project meetings and communicate procurement status, delivery risks, and schedule updates to relevant stakeholders.

Monitor supplier compliance with delivery schedules and applicable quality requirements.

Coordinate with Logistics teams to support transportation and customs requirements.

Prepare and provide weekly purchase order and schedule progress reports.

Support compliance with established procurement policies, Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes, and global purchasing procedures.

Identify and address short-term procurement issues, delivery risks, and material shortages.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and efficient execution of procurement processes.

Required Qualifications

Prior experience in purchasing, procurement, project buying, expediting, or a similar supply chain role.

Hands-on experience creating and managing purchase orders in SAP is strongly preferred.

Experience managing purchase orders from initial creation through supplier follow-up and delivery.

Background in project procurement, project purchasing, or a project-driven supply chain environment.

Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including:

VLOOKUPs

Pivot Tables

Working with large datasets

Reviewing and managing Bills of Material (BOMs)

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers, project teams, and internal stakeholders.

Ability to work independently and contribute within a fast-paced, changing global organization.

Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and a results-oriented approach.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, energy, gas turbine, or other large-equipment projects.

Experience with supplier expediting and material requirements planning.

Familiarity with procurement systems and Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes.

Experience working with complex equipment, assemblies, and large Bills of Material.

Additional ERP or supply chain system experience.

Work Environment and Expectations

Support approximately 2–5 projects simultaneously.

Manage approximately 15–30 purchase orders at a time, depending on project complexity.

Work in a fast-paced project environment where timely supplier communication and proactive issue resolution are essential.

Current schedule requires 3 days onsite per week. Candidates must be comfortable with the possibility of transitioning to a full-time onsite schedule if business needs change.

Education

No specific degree requirement. Relevant purchasing, procurement, project buying, or expediting experience is more important than formal education.

Contract Details

Initial engagement will be contract-based due to current headcount limitations.

There may be an opportunity for contract extension or conversion to a permanent position depending on business needs, budget approval, and individual performance.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a hands-on Project Buyer / Expeditor with experience creating and managing purchase orders in SAP and supporting procurement activities for multiple projects. They should be comfortable tracking supplier commitments, expediting deliveries, managing approval workflows, and communicating potential material or schedule issues before they affect project execution.

Strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build trust with project teams and suppliers are essential. This individual should be proactive, organized, and capable of managing competing priorities while maintaining transparency and accountability throughout the procurement process.