Linde Engineering North America LLC
Project Buyer
Tonawanda, NY, United States | req27845
What you will enjoy doing*

• In this role, you will identify and qualify potential new suppliers and process documentation required for inclusion in the company's approved supplier list
• You will participate in development of Procurement Strategies and adopt related strategies to your working environment
• You will also support business groups with supplier quotes at the project proposal phase
• Further, you will prepare and issue Request for Quote (RFQ) to selected bidders as per project procurement strategy and coordinate RFQ and organize commercial and technical bid clarifications with Engineering, Project Procurement Management & Project Management department
• Evaluate and negotiate bidder quotations, prepare bid analyses (TCO evaluation sheet), and complete the Commercial Bid Tabulation (CBT) process-when applicable-and issue recommendations to the Project Manager
• Working with financial organization to resolve payment/invoice issues and discrepancies, to be the key contact for suppliers based on assigned group of materials will be part of your role
• You will conduct final price negotiation, prepare and issue purchase order to selected supplier and expedite receipt of order confirmation
• In addition, you will administer and continuously maintain database to ensure that all required data is available, correct and up to date
• Furthermore, you will issue and negotiate claims due to non-conformities or liquidate damages per late delivery with suppliers, including but not limited preparation of official letters
• Participate in Project Meetings as required
• You also will negotiate Terms & Condition or Frame Agreement when necessary

What makes you great

• You have a BS/BA in Business, Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent combination of education and experience
• You also have at least two (2) years' experience as a buyer for casting and machining, as it is a plus
• Engineering or project management experience is preferred
• Strong background in commercial environment
• Experience with and understanding of process plant project schedules and material requirement preferred
• Experience with ERP business system preferred

Why you will love working with us
Linde Engineering Americas (LEA) is a member of the Linde Engineering Division of Linde plc. LEA is a single-source technology, engineering, procurement and construction firm focused on providing innovative solutions to customers. Areas of expertise include hydrogen solutions, air separation, carbon capture, adsorption, gas processing, deep cryogenics, liquefied natural gas (LNG) and fired process equipment.

In this role you must learn and abide the Linde Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct by demonstrating honesty, integrity, professionalism in all communications, actions, and decisions.
What we offer you!
At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you're looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day! The salary for this role is $70, 000-80, 000 USD annually.
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We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Linde acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.

#LI-SW1In this role, you will identify and qualify potential new suppliers and process documentation required for inclusion in the company's approved supplier listYou will participate in development of Procurement Strategies and adopt related strategies to your working environmentYou will also support business groups with supplier quotes at the project proposal phaseFurther, you will prepare and issue Request for Quote (RFQ) to selected bidders as per project procurement strategy and coordinate RFQ and organize commercial and technical bid clarifications with Engineering, Project Procurement Management & Project Management departmentEvaluate and negotiate bidder quotations, prepare bid analyses (TCO evaluation sheet), and complete the Commercial Bid Tabulation (CBT) process—when applicable—and issue recommendations to the Project ManagerWorking with financial organization to resolve payment/invoice issues and discrepancies, to be the key contact for suppliers based on assigned group of materials will be part of your roleYou will conduct final price negotiation, prepare and issue purchase order to selected supplier and expedite receipt of order confirmationIn addition, you will administer and continuously maintain database to ensure that all required data is available, correct and up to dateFurthermore, you will issue and negotiate claims due to non-conformities or liquidate damages per late delivery with suppliers, including but not limited preparation of official lettersParticipate in Project Meetings as requiredYou also will negotiate Terms & Condition or Frame Agreement when necessary