ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS includes but not limited to:
- Lead purchasing efforts with an eye towards forecasting to ensure appropriate commodity pricing is upheld within industry standards
- Know the market well enough to capitalize on trends in raw material costs as macro trends in supplier and contract base are monitored. Implement Proactive plans to engage suppliers.
- Expertise with vendor management and create metrics to properly manage the vendors
- Responsible for price negotiation, identification and source selection as well as contract review
- Develop, advocate and implement sourcing and negotiation strategies for key spend areas to achieve short- and long-term savings targets
- Continually develop personal and team expertise to support growth for new projects
- Build and develop relationships with key suppliers and customers. Manage vendor relationships and assist in building effective partnerships
- Review quotations and Order materials and services per negotiated and appropriately approved contracts.
- Track Purchasing activity and measurements including the maintenance of organized purchasing records.
- Assist department in developing and implementing purchasing strategies for products
- Communicate in a timely manner rapid fluctuation in prices of materials to those affected (Leadership Team, Project Managers, Engineers, etc.)
- Communicate in a timely manner to those affected by delays, changes or other concerns that impact the shop, field, engineering orders or supplies
Required Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, related field or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 5 years purchasing experience in a construction environment
- Experience in procurement of steel and fabrication type products
