Junior Buyer (Full or Part Time) Anchorage Fab Shop, AK
Anchorage, AK - USA
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Job Summary
Minimum Qualifications:
One to two (1-2) years working knowledge/experience.
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid drivers license and the ability to be covered by Worley auto insurer.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with equipment parts and mechanic shop supplies strongly preferred.
- Prior procurement experience.
Moving forward together
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About us
Worley is a global company of energy chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting engineering procurement and construction across the project lifecycle with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet todays needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
Job Purpose:
This is a junior-level position suited for candidates with limited experience in procurement or supply chain. Under general supervision of more senior personnel performs purchasing activities mainly for fleet equipment parts mechanic shop equipment and supplies and related materials while continuing to develop knowledge of Worley procurement processes and systems. Assignments are clearly defined and require the application of standard purchasing techniques procedures and criteria. Responsibilities include both independent execution of routine tasks and support on more complex purchasing activities. Reports directly to the Purchasing Manager. This position is located at the Worley Alaska Inc. Anchorage Fabrication Shop and is a permanent non-rotational position.
Essential Job Functions:
Receives purchasing assignments from more senior staff and independently manages routine tasks.
Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness and obtains clarification as needed.
Assists in the development of bidders lists and supplier qualifications.
Prepares and issues Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for non-engineered commodity items and services.
Reviews quotations prepares bid tabs as needed and collaborates with supervisor and team members to compare quotes prior to making award recommendations.
Documents cost savings.
Prepares and issues purchase orders (POs) and change orders (COs) in a timely manner.
Maintains accurate comprehensive and auditable records for POs requisitions quotes approvals acknowledgements and other relevant files primarily in electronic and as required hard copy format.
Updates logs/reports as required and supports PO uploads into Worleys materials/procurement/invoice management system.
Obtains acknowledgements expedites materials and communicates with suppliers to support timely delivery.
Identifies and escalates issues related to purchase orders; supports resolution including billing or material delivery discrepancies.
Performs timely PO closeouts.
Assists in preparing manifest and freight bill of material for the weekly Anchorage-Deadhorse consolidation truck.
Continues to develop procurement systems and supplier management skills through on-the-job experience.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Ability to organize and prioritize work and consistently meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks.
Ability to learn quickly and follow established processes with consistency.
Ability to manage multiple routine transactions concurrently with minimal errors.
Basic understanding of business accounting or procurement concepts.
Good analytical interpersonal and communication skills applicable to standards set by the organization.
Ability to establish and maintain rapport with co-workers vendors and client representatives.
Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook Teams Excel Word etc).
Ability to learn and effectively use Worley Procurement and Fleet Management systems.
Ability to demonstrate adherence to established safety policies and procedures.
Ability to remain reliable and self-motivated in a structured task-driven work environment.
Physical Demand/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to speak or listen. The employee frequently is required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform all required Job Description tasks in a safe manner. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment varies with occasional noise coming from the shop and or materials receiving area. Work is usually done in an office-like setting.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
A leading global provider of professional project and asset services in the energy, chemicals and resources sector.