Senior Buyer

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The Opportunity:

The Senior Buyer will lead and manage the daily tactical procurement operations for an assigned fleet, working closely with the Procurement Lead and Procurement Director to ensure the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. This position is location in Houston, TX.

About the Company:

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 133-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company's Incident-and Injury-Free (IIF) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company's culture. The Company's commitment to the IIF culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities for this position function in a procurement role, those include:

• Assess and select suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed, aligning with the operational and maintenance requirements of the organization.
• Review and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies, equipment, and services, ensuring timely and accurate procurement.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish partnerships with new and existing suppliers, fostering strong relationships to ensure reliable supply chains.
• Collaborate in weekly RAM (Review and Manage) calls with stakeholders to address and prioritize ongoing operational needs.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aimed at increasing both tactical and strategic savings annually, ensuring continuous improvement in cost-efficiency.
• Analyze procurement data to identify and capitalize on opportunities for cost reduction and value optimization, contributing to yearly savings goals.
• Work collaboratively across different teams to establish cost-saving initiatives and benchmark progress, aligning these initiatives with company-wide financial targets.

Qualifications:

Professional qualifications for this important position include:

• Bachelor's in Purchasing, Business, Operations, or a related field is preferred.
• 10 years of experience in a procurement or purchasing role, with at least 4 years in a senior capacity managing complex procurement processes.
• Proficiency in procurement and vendor management software.
• Proven skills in relationship management, effectively working with internal customers, vendors, and employees at all organizational levels.
• Experience in fostering a process improvement culture, demonstrating a proactive approach to streamlining procurement processes, reducing inefficiencies, and driving best practices across the procurement function.
• Strong negotiation skills, with a proven track record of achieving favorable terms and building partnerships that align with company goals.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, complemented by excellent written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
• Experience leading workshops or training sessions to promote continuous improvement within the procurement team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) program that includes 100% company matching of the first 6% of employee contributions with immediate vesting.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Annual profit-sharing contributions by the company to participants' 401(k) accounts based on company's annual performance.
• Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision, Life and Disability insurance plans

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.

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