Location: HoustonDepartment: DEPTEC
The Opportunity The Commodity Buyer - Indirect Categories is responsible for the strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement execution of indirect goods and services that support Integra's business operations. This role develops and executes category strategies across areas such as MRO, facilities, logistics, transportation, fleet, IT hardware/software, professional services, temporary labor, office services, and other indirect spend categories.
The Commodity Buyer works cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, IT, HR, Legal, Facilities, Engineering, and Supply Chain leadership to align sourcing strategies with business requirements, improve cost performance, mitigate supplier risk, and ensure reliable support of day-to-day business operations.
What you will do? - Execute sourcing activities for assigned indirect spend categories.
- Obtain and analyze supplier quotations, proposals, and bids.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms.
- Issue and manage purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
- Support category strategy development and execution.
- Identify cost savings and value improvement opportunities.
- Manage supplier relationships and performance expectations.
- Lead RFQ/RFP processes and supplier evaluations.
- Monitor supplier delivery, quality, and service performance.
- Resolve supplier, contract, and invoice-related issues.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support business needs.
- Analyze spend data, market trends, and sourcing opportunities.
- Mitigate supply, financial, and operational risks within assigned categories.
- Maintain procurement records, contracts, and supplier data.
- Track procurement KPIs, savings, and supplier performance metrics.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ethical sourcing standards.
- Support process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Leverage AI-enabled insights and analytics to support sourcing decisions.
Required Qualifications - Experience supporting project-based procurement and materials management organizations.
- 3• 5+ years of procurement, sourcing, or purchasing experience.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, structural, and indirect spend categories.
- Experience managing suppliers supporting engineered-to-order, configure-to-order, or highly customized products.
- Knowledge of inventory management, material planning, and demand-driven procurement processes.
- Experience utilizing spend analytics, market intelligence, and AI-enabled procurement tools.
- Professional certification such as CPSM, CSCP, CPM, or equivalent.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, data analysis, and procurement reporting tools.
- Knowledge of contract management, commercial negotiations, and supplier risk mitigation strategies.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with Deltek Costpoint ERP or similar ERP/MRP systems is a plus.
How we support you We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.
- Performance-driven rewards • Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
- Comprehensive healthcare • Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family's total well-being.
- Security and peace of mind • Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
- Flexible benefits options • A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
- Time to recharge • Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Investing in your growth • Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
- Planning for the future • Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.
