Project Procurement Manager

About the role

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions is hiring a Project Procurement Manager in Houston, TX, for its engineering, construction and commissioning (E&C) business. The role sources and negotiates the procurement of equipment and services for large-scale capital projects carried out by the company's in-house EPC firm, at competitive cost, quality and delivery levels.

Key responsibilities

• Run RFI/RFP/RFQs for equipment, materials and services with the Project Management and Engineering teams
• Liaise with Engineering and suppliers on technical clarifications for proposals and project execution
• Analyze quotations, negotiate prices and terms, and recommend suppliers based on cost, quality and delivery
• Present bid tab analysis to stakeholders in weekly status meetings and track requisitions and orders
• Create and issue purchase orders in SAP and maintain purchasing files, supplier database and price lists
• Coordinate quality matters and engineering changes with suppliers, arrange sample inspections and assist with proposal budgets
• Study market trends in raw materials and commodities, and attend project planning meetings

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or a related field
• 7+ years of purchasing experience, with preference for equipment used in air separation processes
• Valid U.S. employment authorization; the position is not open to candidates needing visa sponsorship
• Preferred: knowledge of raw materials, industrial gas production processes and equipment specifications, and of strategic procurement principles

Required skills

• SAP and Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Drive, Slides)
• Ability to read equipment general arrangement drawings, bills of material and packing lists
• Critical thinking, negotiation and strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and work independently

What we offer

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability insurance, starting on day one
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave