Job Details
Join Our Team as a Buyer II at Solmax!
Location: Houston, TX
Workplace Type: On-site
Travel: 15%
Reports to: Purchasing Manager
About Solmax
At Solmax, we're dedicated to pioneering sustainable solutions for civil and environmental infrastructure worldwide. Our innovative products revolutionize essential applications, promoting sustainability and enhancing our planet. With a rich history dating back to 1981, Solmax has expanded through strategic acquisitions, including GSE, TenCate Geosynthetics, and Propex. Today, we stand as the largest geosynthetics company globally, fueled by the passion and expertise of over 2,000 talented individuals and with operations in 58 countries. Headquartered in Quebec, Canada, Solmax operates subsidiaries and facilities across the globe.
Why Join Solmax?
- To actively contribute at establishing a best-in-class organization
- A global brand highly respected by its industry peers
- An outstanding organizational and working culture
- A highly collaborative team-based environment
- An organization highly adaptable to opportunities and change
- With a significant freedom to operate
- Highly diverse and international environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits
Position Overview
As a Buyer II at SOLMAX, you'll play a pivotal role in our procurement team. You'll be responsible for creating, modifying, and monitoring purchase orders, ensuring a reliable supply chain. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll develop and implement procurement strategies to drive cost savings and efficiency.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Additional compensation (bonus)
- 401(k) match program
- Medical insurance
- Dental and vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Flexible work arrangements
- Career Development
Key Responsibilities
- modify, and monitor purchase orders to meet business requirements.
- and qualify new suppliers, conduct evaluations, and manage local supplier relationships.
- with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
- supplier relationships, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- market trends and industry developments to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
- compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
Qualifications and skills
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven track record of managing strategic sourcing initiatives and achieving cost savings.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in EXCEL & Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems. Experience with D365 F&O is a plus.
Join us at Solmax and be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact on the world. If you're passionate about sustainability, innovation, and driving operational excellence, we want to hear from you!
Solmax Americas is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Solmax Americas complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.