Strategic Buyer

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing and purchasing activities for raw materials, components, and outsourced fabrication in line with project and operational requirements.
• Prepare and issue RFQs, evaluate supplier bids, and lead commercial negotiations on pricing, lead times, and terms.
• Select, qualify, and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors, with a strong focus on reliability, quality, and cost optimization.
• Manage the full purchase order lifecycle, including order placement, follow-up, expediting, invoicing, and close-out.
• Coincide with Project Management to ensure purchased goods and services are delivered on time, within budget, and according to specifications.
• Support Engineering and Sales by providing input on material costs, sourcing options, lead times, and manufacturing feasibility.
• Maintain accurate procurement data in ERP systems and ensure compliance with company policies and contractual obligations.
• Contribute to supplier consolidation initiatives and identify best-cost sourcing opportunities.
• Build long-term, collaborative supplier relationships while maintaining a strong execution focus.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and 5 plus years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• A successful, multi-year track record in Project Procurement.
• A good basic understanding about manufacturing technologies, especially regarding fabrication technology for steel structures/components.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills (multiple complex analyses simultaneously).
• Strong planning/project management and negotiating skills are essential.
• Prior experience in the Engineer-to-Order, and/or commercial industrial manufacturing industry is required.
• A team player with a bias for action and driving projects to completion.

Qualifications

• Licenses or Certifications: None required; certifications are a plus.
• Travel Requirements: Travel required. Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support assigned business lines(s) - approximately 10-25% of time.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Benefits

• We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and much more.

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