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Bowman has an opportunity for a Buyer IV (Oil & Gas) to join our team in Houston, TX. 

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Provide technical and commercial support related to procurement activities, including supplier qualification, performance management, and purchasing. In this role, the Senior Buyer will ensure that RPT is partnering with top performing suppliers and materials are purchased and delivered on time.

Competencies: 

• Negotiation 
• Procurement 
• Forecasting 
• Supplier Evaluations and Certification
• Vendor Management & Relationships 

Responsibilities: 

• Source and purchase materials, equipment and services to support projects. 
• Develop and issue RFQs, evaluate supplier bids and prepare commercial bid tabulations. 
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and delivery schedules while
• Evaluates and analyzes purchasing trends and price trends to identify forecasting demand and minimize purchasing costs.
• Input to support creation and estimation of Project AFE budgets, proposals, and schedules.
• Preparing and communicating status reports for supplier qualifications, project deliverables, and other department initiatives.
• Develop and lead supplier engagement activities, promoting supplier awareness of company brand, culture, services, competencies, experience, and forecasting.
• Maintain relationships with vendors or suppliers and negotiate contracts for purchases.
• Supplier performance measurement and oversight.
• Purchases materials at the most favorable terms for the company by preparing Supplier Qualifications, Bid Lists, Requests for Quotation, Bid Evaluations, Purchase Recommendations, and Purchase Orders.
• Facilitate technical or commercial clarifications, negotiate terms, coordinate source inspection, and track purchases with suppliers.
• Ensure all changes to order cost and/or schedule are clearly communicated.
• Work is highly independent.

• On-time procurement of materials and services aligned with project schedules.
• Favorable purchasing terms achieved through effective negotiation and supplier management.
• Accurate and timely preparation of procurement documentation and purchase orders.
• Strong supplier performance as evidenced by quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Effective communication of procurement status, changes, and risks to stakeholders.
• Compliance with procurement policies, standards, and documentation requirements.
• Core Competencies
• Negotiation and commercial acumen.
• Supplier evaluation, vendor management, and performance tracking.
• Strong forecasting and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• High level of personal integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.  
• Seven or more (7+) years of experience. 
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills – written and verbal.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong relationship capabilities.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing
• cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.  
• Seven or more (7+) years of experience. 
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills – written and verbal.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong relationship capabilities.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.