Senior Buyer

Yates Construction
Birmingham, AL
Category Purchasing
Job Description
Role Overview

The Buyer/Expediting role is responsible for supporting tenders for new work and awarded projects in managing procurement activities for minor equipment and “bulks” type materials packages in accordance with planned timelines. The role involves sourcing, RFQ, bid clarification, commercial evaluations, and conforming commercial agreements in the tendering and project execution phase.

What You Will Do

Manages the overall procurement and delivery process for assigned minor equipment packages and “bulks” type procurement. Interfaces with engineering department for the timely issue of scopes of work, make to order, and associated documents for assigned RFQ packages.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have five (5+) years of purchasing experience in procuring process equipment and bulk materials, excellent negotiation and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple purchase orders and prioritize tasks under tight deadlines.

Requirements

  • Five (5+) years of purchasing experience in procuring process equipment and bulk materials
  • Excellent negotiation and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage multiple purchase orders and prioritize tasks under tight deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel
  • Strong working knowledge of procurement management tools
  • Well-rounded base of knowledge in construction disciplines
  • Skilled at negotiating
  • Demonstrated understanding of commercial terms and conditions and ability to negotiate same

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Equal employment opportunities (EEO)
  • Compliance with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment
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