Overview
The Category Buyer I or II is responsible for leading and acting as the point of contact for end-to-end purchasing life cycle of materials including planning and executing purchase orders, determining transport for these orders on/off job site, executing agreements, expediting material and resolving quality and invoice issues. This position will ensure materials are purchased at the lowest total cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need. The Category Buyer partners with the Category team to build and leverage category strategies and manage supplier performance. Responsible for tactical purchasing activities of assigned commodities while establishing and maintaining excellent vendor and internal customer relationships. Follows, improves, and maintains processes and systems utilized by the company to perform buying related tasks and functions.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:- Develop plans, generate, adjust and expedite purchase orders based upon requisitions, project insights, interpretation of drawing take-offs, billing of materials (BOM), and inventory strategies
- Lead initiatives to expedite tracking and monitoring of purchase orders in the most efficient and effective manner, keeping informed and mitigating any problems and delays, while communicating any impacts or constraints to the Planner and Project Manager
- Distribute and facilitate day to day communication with suppliers to ensure on time delivery, system data integrity and ordering parameters for individual materials
- Communicate site access maps to suppliers along with all relevant transport and communication information to suppliers
- Ensure suppliers are in compliance with safety, quality, and performance requirements
- Build strong knowledge of assigned category, inclusive of manufacturing process, key supplier capabilities, pricing, and should cost models
- Keep abreast of new and emerging technologies related to Procurement practices and assigned category
- Review spend trends and market projections to support sourcing decisions and maintain competitiveness for assigned commodities
- Facilitate meetings internally and externally to manage, track, and expedite orders
- Maintain clear communication channels with internal stakeholders regarding deviation from best practices if project delivery dates are at risk of being compromised or delayed
- Verify requisition data and resolve discrepancies through detailed communication with requisitioners and suppliers
- Participate in vendor negotiations and identify deviations from standard contract terms
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders including legal, commercial services, permitting, insurance, accounting, and preconstruction to ensure contract compliance and proper documentation
- Own purchase order book by ensuring data cleanliness, completeness, and reliability of data from requisition to payment of invoice
- Oversee vendor submittals related to materials and ensure the processes are being followed in a timely manner and resolve issues as they arise
- Provide input to Project Scheduling team for project schedules, including vendor submittal lead times, applicable material lead times, and any changes in schedule for executed purchase orders
- Participate in regular business reviews with suppliers to review performance including safety, quality, timeliness, and competitiveness
- Maintain procurement data, support KPI reporting, and assist with project closeout and administrative procurement activities
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Category Buyer I: Education and Work Experience Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
- One+ years related experience in purchasing, planning or a related Supply Chain function
- Experience within construction industries preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:- Knowledge of construction processes, materials, purchasing processes and procedures
- Data analysis and problem-solving skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite
- Ability to be accurate, precise and follow set procedures and standards
- Collaboration, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 25%
Category Buyer II: Education and Work Experience Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
- Three+ years related experience in purchasing, planning or a related Supply Chain function
- Experience within construction industries preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:- Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies and terms and conditions with each supplier and the commodity markets for which you support
- Ability to work independently with skills in sound judgement, critical thinking excellent business judgement and strategic thinking
- Knowledge of materials, purchasing processes and procedures
- Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal and communication skills
- Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite
- Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical documents
- Ability to be accurate, precise and follow set procedures and standards
- Excellent collaboration and written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact professionally with all levels within the organization and with clients and suppliers
- Ability to travel up to 25%
Working Environment:- When visiting jobsites the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
- This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises
What's in it for You
Financial Wellbeing
- Compensation $70,000 - $103,000 / year, commensurate with experience
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
- Discounted National Gym Membership Network
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
- Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
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