<p>We are looking for an experienced Buyer / Purchasing Agent for complex industrial, engineered-to-order projects in Houston, Texas. This position will source and acquire materials, equipment, subcontracted services, and logistics while working closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, operations, and project teams. The Buyer / Purchasing Agent helps maintain efficient, compliant purchasing processes across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities for the Buyer / Purchasing Agent</p><p>• Procurement activities for industrial projects by sourcing bulk materials, engineered equipment, instrumentation, subcontract services, shop services, and transportation support.</p><p>• Create, administer, and monitor purchase orders and blanket agreements to ensure accurate ordering, cost control, and timely delivery.</p><p>• Review drawings, specifications, and technical packages to confirm purchasing requirements and align orders with project needs.</p><p>• Gather supplier quotations, compare commercial proposals, coordinate technical reviews, and award business based on quality, schedule, and value.</p><p>• Work with vendors and internal stakeholders to address delivery delays, quality concerns, and material issues that could affect production or project execution.</p><p>• Support estimating and proposal efforts by providing current pricing, supplier lead times, and market availability information during bid development.</p><p>• Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central</p><p>• Maintain supplier records, handle some vendor onboarding and status changes, track required insurance documentation, and assist with reporting related to leased or rented equipment.</p><p>• Provide purchasing support to manufacturing, facilities, and other internal teams by coordinating requisitions, supplier communication, and order fulfillment.</p>