Weatherford International Ltd

Procurement Specialist

Weatherford International Ltd • $80K — $95K *
Wallingford, CT 06492In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Minimum 6 years of purchasing or procurement experience
  • Experience in planning, purchasing, and material optimization
  • Proficiency in JDE, SAP, Oracle or other large ERP systems
  • Solid knowledge of Material Resource Planning (MRP) and Demand Resource Planning
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office suite

Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive understanding of technical specifications for products and services
  • Source parts/services according to required specifications following established guidelines
  • Request and evaluate supplier quotes for accuracy, pricing, and delivery requirements
  • Facilitate supplier contract negotiations as required
  • Monitor order status and update delivery dates through supplier communication
  • Act as liaison between suppliers and Source to Pay functions to resolve payment issues
  • Prepare shortage and backlog reports to provide visibility of potential interruptions

Benefits

  • Flexibility to adapt to changing operational requirements
  • Opportunity for domestic and potentially international travel of up to 10-20%
  • Supportive role in maintaining supply chain efficiency and customer fulfillment
  • Engagement in strategic supplier relationships and negotiations
  • Possibility to work with advanced procurement technologies and ERP systems
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Procurement Specialist position in Wallingford, CT is a technical procurement role focused on sourcing and purchasing goods and services that meet specific technical requirements. This role serves as a critical link in maintaining an efficient supply chain and supporting successful customer fulfillment. The specialist works closely with engineering teams to understand technical specifications and manages supplier relationships to ensure maximum value for the company.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop comprehensive understanding of technical specifications for products and services
  • Review purchase requisitions from Operations/Manufacturing branches
  • Source parts/services according to required specifications following established guidelines
  • Perform inventory redeployment checks to utilize existing inventory
  • Request and evaluate supplier quotes for accuracy, pricing, and delivery requirements
  • Utilize competitive bidding to target best quality, delivery, and total cost of ownership
  • Create and manage purchase orders according to guidelines
  • Monitor order status and update delivery dates through supplier communication
  • Act as liaison between suppliers and Source to Pay functions to resolve payment issues
  • Facilitate supplier contract negotiations as required
  • Participate in supplier review processes and develop relationships with key strategic suppliers
  • Support supplier base rationalization with Sourcing and Category Management
  • Use material planning reports (MRP/DRP) to determine supply requirements
  • Prepare shortage and backlog reports to provide visibility of potential interruptions
  • Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements where applicable


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Minimum 6 years of purchasing or procurement experience
  • Experience in planning, purchasing, and material optimization
  • JDE, SAP, Oracle or other large ERP systems
  • Solid knowledge of Material Resource Planning (MRP) and Demand Resource Planning
  • Good understanding of procurement processes, industry standards, and supplier management
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite with advanced Excel skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing operational requirements


Travel Requirements
  • This role may require domestic and potentially international travel of up to 10-20%.

About Weatherford International Ltd

Weatherford International Ltd is a multinational oilfield service company that provides innovative solutions, technology and services to the oil and gas industry. The company operates in more than 80 countries and has a network of approximately 620 locations, including manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities. Weatherford's product and service portfolio includes drilling services, well construction, completion, stimulation, production, and intervention services. The company was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Learn more about Weatherford International Ltd
Size
17,200 employees
Market Cap
$3.4 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
5 Year Trend
-8.7%
NASDAQ
WFTLF
* Ladders Estimates

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