.**Resumen del puesto**- The Buyer will be responsible for the evaluation of suppliers & bids; negotiate pricing and terms & conditions for the purchase of goods and services. This position will support multiple sites with a focus on identifying best value suppliers (equipment and services) for the bidding process. This position will manage moderately complex aspects of a project. The work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. This position will have a strong focus on internal customer service._**Funciones y responsabilidades esenciales**- Analyze technical data and specifications to determine the equipment and contracted services needed for site related projects- Conduct searches for new suppliers of goods and services, evaluate their capabilities, assess risk and qualify as necessary- Evaluate equipment suppliers and negotiate purchasing agreements for equipment- Identifies cost savings opportunities and assists in achieving yearly cost reduction targets set by the Sr CAPEX & Purchasing Manager- Negotiate prices and draft terms and conditions of purchase- Reviews requests for assigned materials, parts and/or services and verifies specifications with requester as necessary- Attend domestic and international trade shows to view and collaborate with senior management on new product listings and pulse of the industry- Devise, implement and oversee procurement strategies to meet cost savings targets- Administer supplier and vendor contracts- Ensure that purchases comply with commercial, legal and contractual obligations- Communicate with stakeholders regarding the nature and function of purchased equipment- Liason between logistics and Finance to ensure end to end follow up of purchase, delivery and payment- Develop process of OEM selection and standardization**Requerimientos físicos**Office work is typically 80% and field work at plant sites is 20%. Minimal physical work**Competencias básicas****Habilidades duras**- BS degree in business or engineering and 3 to 5 years of MRO experience; contractor and servicespurchasing experience.- Bilingual in English and Spanish with high-level verbal and written communication skills- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and ERP systems such asSAP, JD Edwards, EAM etc