Project Buyer

hargroveepc; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove is seeking an experienced procurement professional to develop bid packages, RFQs, and supplier evaluations for heavy industrial projects in chemical, refining, pulp and paper, power, and manufacturing sectors.

The role requires 5+ years in project procurement within industrial settings, strong contract and negotiation skills, and the ability to mentor teammates. This position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and delivering value across global projects.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Familiarity with and utilization of department.
• 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 deliverables.
• Developing procurement plans for the acquisition of goods and services in support of various projects.
• Mentoring less experienced Procurement Teammates.

Skills

Procurement

Supply chain management

Contract terms

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's or Master’s in related field

Job description

What You're 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
• 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
• Developing procurement plans for the acquisition of goods and services in support of various projects.
• Mentoring less experienced Procurement Teammates

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.