Buyer

Arcosa Inc.; Clinton (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401k with Employer Match

11 paid Company holidays

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Tuition reimbursement

Health & Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Discount Programs

Professional Training and Development

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Meyer Utility Structures, a subsidiary of Arcosa, Inc., seeks a Buyer at its Clinton, IL facility to support procurement, inventory management, production planning, vendor coordination, and material movement under the Materials Manager. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 3+ years of relevant experience, MRO procurement, and ERP/Excel proficiency.

Thrive in a fast-paced environment and improve processes through data and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and at least 3 years prior relevant experience.
• MRO procurement experience required.
• 3 years of experience in heavy industrial manufacturing preferred.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel, Word and ERP systems.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection, and distribution functions
• Monitor and maintain the Estimated Checkbook daily as a purchasing guide
• Ensure timely delivery of MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) and core spend items to support equipment and facility needs
• Use Material Requirement Planning reports and historical purchasing data to estimate future requirements
• Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with vendors
• Prepare and process purchase orders for external customers and internal use
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies related to Accounts Payable
• Plan and monitor inbound material movement from suppliers
• Align purchase requisitions with maintenance requirements
• Ensure proper PO and receipt recordkeeping is consistent with Arcosa policy
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners
• Manage Purchase Credit Card transactions and submit monthly reports
• Respond quickly to urgent purchasing needs under high-pressure situations
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

MRO procurement

Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

APICS certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Meyer Utility Structures is currently looking to hire a results-driven individual to join our team as a Buyer for our plant operation located in Clinton, IL. Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Buyer will support the facility and play a critical part in managing supply chain and logistics activities to include procurement, inventory management, production planning, vendor coordination, and material movement. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can drive improvement through data, communication, and operational excellence.

Meyer Utility Structures is a proud subsidiary of the infrastructure company, Arcosa, Inc. We commit to and pride ourselves on providing reliable structures, superior service, and product solutions. Meyer Utility Structures is an industry leader in the engineering design and fabrication of concrete and tubular steel structures for transmission, distribution, and substation applications.

What You’ll Do

• Manage procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection, and distribution functions
• Monitor and maintain the Estimated Checkbook daily as a purchasing guide
• Ensure timely delivery of MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) and core spend items to support equipment and facility needs
• Use Material Requirement Planning reports and historical purchasing data to estimate future requirements
• Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with vendors
• Prepare and process purchase orders for external customers and internal use
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies related to Accounts Payable
• Plan and monitor inbound material movement from suppliers
• Align purchase requisitions with maintenance requirements
• Ensure proper PO and receipt recordkeeping is consistent with Arcosa policy
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners
• Manage Purchase Credit Card transactions and submit monthly reports
• Respond quickly to urgent purchasing needs under high-pressure situations
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and at least 3 years prior relevant experience
• MRO procurement experience required
• 3 years of experience in heavy industrial manufacturing preferred
• APICS certification preferred
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in computer applications – Excel, Word and ERP systems
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact across all levels of the organization

Compensation and Benefits

Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401k with Employer Match
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training and Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within!
• Salary commensurate with experience – $50,000 to $68,000