Project Buyer

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; Alabama; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors is seeking a Procurement professional to develop bid packages, submit RFQs, evaluate proposals, and issue purchase orders for heavy industrial projects.

The role requires 5+ years in supply chain management in project procurement, strong contract knowledge, and proficiency with SAP/Ariba and MS Office. On-site work in Alabama with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow department standards for procurement.
• Support procurement of goods and services for industrial projects (chemical, refining, pulp & paper, power, manufacturing).
• Interpret project scopes, statements of work and schedules.
• Develop procurement plans to acquire goods/services for various projects.
• Mentor less experienced Procurement Teammates.
• Negotiate contract terms with suppliers/contractors.
• Apply INCOTERMS and payment terms knowledge.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract law

INCOTERMS

ERP software (SAP, Ariba)

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor/Master preferred in related field

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

Job Summary: Generally responsible for developing bid packages, submitting Request for Quote (RFQ), evaluating commercial proposals, and awarding purchase orders. Responsibilities could also include expediting of vendor data and equipment in support of various projects. This work will be performed under general supervision.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Familiarity with and utilization of department standards.
• Familiarity with the execution of heavy industrial projects including chemical, refining, pulp and paper, power, and manufacturing.
• Interpreting project scopes, statements of work and project schedules.
• Developing procurement plans for the acquisition of goods and services in support of various projects.
• Mentoring less experienced Procurement Teammates. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• Ability to organize effectively and execute contracts.
• Complete understanding of contract language and commercial terms and conditions.
• Working knowledge and understanding of contract law and the UCC.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively negotiate contract conditions with suppliers and/or contractors.
• Working knowledge of International Commercial Terms (INCOTERMS).
• Complete knowledge and understanding of payment terms.
• Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in the use of SAP, Ariba or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Ideal Background

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in related field from an accredited university is preferred.

Experience

This requires a minimum 5 years of relevant industrial experience in Supply Chain Management specifically in Project Procurement.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and application of company
• Ability to organize effectively and execute
• Complete understanding of contract language and commercial terms and conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the "Best Firms to Work For" by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.

We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.

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