Senior Project Buyer

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Personal paid time off

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors in Mobile, AL seeks a procurement professional focused on industrial project sourcing and contract execution. You will develop procurement plans, issue RFQs, evaluate proposals, and award orders to meet project schedules.

As a senior team member, you will expedite critical vendor data, ensure compliance with INCOTERMS, and mentor junior staff while leveraging SAP/Ariba and ERP tools within a safety‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor or Master in related field preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant industrial experience in project procurement.
• Strong understanding of contract language and commercial terms.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement plans for goods and services for multiple projects.
• Submit RFQs, evaluate commercial proposals, and award purchase orders.
• Expedite vendor data and equipment as needed to support projects.
• Mentor less experienced procurement teammates.

Skills

Procurement

Contract negotiation

ERP systems

Incoterms

Vendor management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

5+ years industrial supply chain experience

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

What You'll Be DoingJob 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 BackgroundEducation: 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 ProcurementRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge and application of companyAbility to organize effectively and executeComplete understanding of contract language and commercial terms and conditions.Physical Requirements:Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.Hargrove CultureWe 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 StatementHargrove 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.