Buyout Administrator/Procurement Specialist

Cumming Group

$75K — $100K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of procurement, purchasing, or construction buyout experience in large capital projects.
  • Preferred experience in industries such as semiconductor, data center, and pharmaceutical.
  • Knowledgeable in managing RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier management.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Experience with procurement tracking systems like QuickBase is a plus.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
  • Willingness to work onsite in Central New York.

Responsibilities

  • Manage procurement from solicitation to award, ensuring a smooth process.
  • Coordinate all aspects of RFQs, including evaluations and award recommendations.
  • Track and maintain schedules, package statuses, and award timelines.
  • Administer purchase orders and maintain relevant documentation.
  • Oversee supplier onboarding and handle vendor communications.
  • Review commercial terms to ensure alignment with procurement protocols.
  • Maintain thorough procurement records and status reports.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain and Contract Administration.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with matching contributions.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program for additional support.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

The Buyout Administrator/Procurement Specialist will support procurement and construction buyout activities for a large-scale capital project from solicitation through award and purchase order execution.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Manage procurement and buyout packages from solicitation through award.
  • Coordinate RFQs, bid evaluations, commercial reviews, and award recommendations.
  • Track procurement schedules, package status, and key award dates.
  • Prepare and administer purchase orders and supporting documentation.
  • Coordinate supplier onboarding, vendor communications, and commercial clarifications.
  • Review commercial terms and ensure compliance with procurement procedures.
  • Maintain procurement records, tracking logs, and status reports.
  • Coordinate with Supply Chain, Contract Administration, Project Controls, and project teams.
  • Support resolution of procurement and commercial issues throughout execution.


Knowledge & Skills Required:
  • Experience in procurement, purchasing, or construction buyout for construction, engineering, EPC, or large capital projects.
  • Experience in semiconductor, data center, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing, industrial, infrastructure, or other complex project environments preferred.
  • Knowledge of RFQs, bid evaluations, purchase orders, commercial terms, and supplier management.
  • Ability to manage multiple procurement packages and schedule-driven priorities.
  • Experience with procurement tracking systems such as QuickBase or similar platforms preferred.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work onsite in Central New York.


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The salary range for this full-time role is $75,000.00-$100,000.01 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program

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