Job Description

The Sr. Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for sourcing and procuring technical, engineering, machining, and raw materials while ensuring optimal cost, quality, and on-time delivery. The role involves close collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, and suppliers to support business requirements, project timelines, and continuous operational efficiency.

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for technical and engineering components.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best commercial and technical outcomes.
• Review technical specifications, drawings, and BOMs to identify suitable sourcing options.
• Raise RFQs, evaluate quotations, and prepare cost comparisons.
• Issue purchase orders and manage supplier acknowledgements.
• Track deliveries and expedite critical orders to meet project schedules.
• Work with suppliers on lead-time reductions and cost-saving initiatives.
• Resolve supplier-related quality, delivery, and invoice issues.
• Support inventory optimization and demand planning activities.
• Maintain supplier records, pricing agreements, and procurement documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with Engineering teams to clarify drawing requirements, specifications, material grades, tolerances, and alternate sourcing options.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in technical procurement, strategic sourcing, or purchasing.
• Experience purchasing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, automation, or industrial components.

Desired

• Good understanding of engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, IFS, or Dynamics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Self-driven, positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a cross functional team.
• Strong organizing & planning skills.
• Disciplined documentation and record keeping skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability under adverse conditions.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.