Project Planner/Buyer

Flash Technology, LLC; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

Health insurance plans

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Job summary

Flash Technology, LLC is seeking a Project Buyer based in Overland Park, Kansas. This role involves managing supplier relationships and ensuring timely procurement of materials for projects. You will evaluate bids, develop RFQs, and monitor quality to align with project goals.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience, strong ERP system proficiency, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include flexible PTO, health insurance, and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience in procurement.
• Engineering application and design experience.
• Strong knowledge of logistics and international shipments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Select suppliers and evaluate bids.
• Develop RFQs and create purchase orders.
• Monitor supplier quality and performance.

Skills

Supplier evaluation

Procurement

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Logistics knowledge

Education

Associate's degree or technical program completion

Bachelor’s degree or related coursework

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

As a Project Buyer, you will serve as the primary owner of project-related materials, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement in alignment with project requirements. The incumbent will evaluate supplier quality, support project delivery schedules, and manage material costs while collaborating closely with Project Management and Material Managers to achieve business objectives. This role is essential for maintaining accurate SAP data, supporting reliable revenue forecasting, and driving strong supplier performance to meet project and organizational goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Select suppliers, evaluate bids, and make purchasing decisions within authorization guidelines.
• Develop RFQs, create purchase orders, and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Monitor supplier quality, capacity, and performance, adjusting sourcing as needed.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to define material needs.
• Own the material aspect of assigned projects, resolving issues and adapting to scope changes.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, and customers regarding material status.
• Utilize ERP systems to manage schedules, purchases, and reporting with accuracy.
• Respond to supplier and project inquiries while maintaining complete shipment records.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and eliminate offline practices.

Required and Preferred Experience, Skills, Education

• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Engineering application and design experience.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-function teams at all levels.
• Knowledge of logistics, including international shipments (preferred).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (preferred).
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems (preferred).
• Associate’s degree or technical program completion (required); Bachelor’s degree and/or related coursework (preferred).
• Keyboarding/typing proficiency.
• Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy.
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally.

Benefits

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave.
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one.
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans.
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.