Praxair is looking for an experienced Indirect Buyer to join our team and play a critical role in our purchasing process. The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. We are looking for a motivated individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and is able to prioritize tasks to ensure deadlines and cost objectives are met. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a purchasing role, with a strong knowledge of purchasing processes, including understanding of purchase orders, negotiation, and contract development. The successful candidate should have a degree in a related field such as supply chain management, business administration, finance, or accounting. Additionally, the successful candidate should have knowledge of SAP, strong analytical skills, and an understanding of competitive bidding processes. If you possess the qualifications listed above and want to join a dynamic team, we would like to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Source and purchase products, materials, and services in accordance with cost, quality, and delivery requirements.
- Negotiate competitive contracts with suppliers and vendors.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Analyze and monitor current contracts and supplier performance.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Monitor and expedite delivery of purchased items.
- Create and maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records.
- Manage supplier contracts and agreements.
- Research potential suppliers and vendors and evaluate their offerings.
- Create and review purchase orders and requisitions.
- Track and report on cost savings initiatives.
- Participate in strategic planning and forecasting.
- Develop and implement process improvements.
- Ensure timely completion of all assigned tasks.
Strong Analytical Skills
Excellent Mathematical And Statistical Aptitude
Ability To Communicate Effectively In Both Written And Verbal Formats
Knowledge Of Purchasing Systems
Understanding Of Pricing Strategies
Ability To Manage Multiple Projects And Meet Deadlines
Knowledge Of Inventory Management Principles
Understanding Of Supply Chain Management Principles
Quality Assurance
Inventory Management
Procurement
Data Analysis
Communication
Logistics
Negotiation
Cost Analysis
Relationship Management
Sourcing
Contracting
Risk Mitigation
Supplier management
Problem-Solving
Financial acumen
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Time management
Interpersonal Skills
creativity
Organizational skills
Teamwork
collaboration
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Indirect Buyer in New York, NY, USA is between $50,822 and $76,918 per year. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the employer, the qualifications and experience of the individual, and other factors such as location and industry.
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Praxair, Inc. is an American worldwide industrial gases company. It was the largest industrial gases company in North and South America, and the third-largest worldwide by revenue. In 2018 it merged with Linde AG to form Linde plc.

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