Senior Buyer

Jacobs; Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 89,400 - 117,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Discounted company stock purchase

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Senior Buyer for Advanced Manufacturing in Greenville, SC. You will be responsible for purchasing major capital equipment and materials for projects valued between $50M and $750M. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in capital equipment purchasing, and strong skills in MS Excel and communication. This role offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary range from $89,400 to $117,300, and comprehensive benefits including medical and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in capital equipment purchasing.
• 5+ years in Specialized Manufacturing or related projects.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop Procurement planning activities.
• Coordinate procurement of goods and administer Purchase Orders.
• Maintain purchasing documentation and evaluate risks.

Skills

Capital equipment purchasing

MS Excel

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state‑of‑the‑art facilities that are changing our world.

As a Senior Buyer for Advanced Manufacturing, you will be responsible for purchasing major capital equipment and materials for mid to large‑sized projects (Projects with a Total Installed Cost of $50M – $750M). You'll be assigned to our Greenville, SC office. The Senior Buyer applies functional knowledge and existing methodologies to solve complex problems while implementing innovative solutions. Dedicated lead on projects with accountability for team members and ongoing activities or objectives.

Leverage your passion and experience as you conduct and coordinate procurement transactions associated with purchasing complex materials/equipment as assigned. The Senior Buyer has thorough knowledge and understanding of procurement concepts, principles and practices, and the techniques of ensuring task completion. They understand the role of procurement and its integration with other project functions, accomplish value‑added expectations, and perform assignments in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Senior Buyer has the demonstrated experience to advance the knowledge of a subject area or commodity.

The Senior Buyer reports directly to the Director of Supply Management for AM. While supporting Jacobs’ projects, the Senior Buyer will report indirectly to the assigned Project Procurement Manager (PPM) or Project Manager.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi‑tasking in a fast‑paced environment and we will help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together!

Here’s What You’ll Do

• As a Purchasing Lead, develop upfront Procurement planning activities such as providing into the Supply Management Execution Plan (SMEP), establishing Purchasing Strategies, and developing project‑specific templates, reports and tools.
• As a Purchasing Lead, provide general guidance to Procurement Professionals who may be assigned to the Project. This typically includes providing on‑the‑job training, offering support and guidance, performing supply management systems instruction, and managing package assignments.
• As a Purchasing Lead, use critical thinking and problem solving to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the Project’s Procurement efforts.
• Purchasing assignments typically will consist of major purchases of long lead equipment, critical or high‑risk materials and equipment.
• Utilize established policies, procedures, systems, and tools.
• Coordinate the procurement of goods and administer Purchase Orders (POs)/Procurement Agreements and change orders (modifications) to accomplish project or group objectives and obligations.
• Review PO‑related invoices and ensure that invoices are approved in accordance with terms and conditions agreed within the purchase order.
• Evaluate facts surrounding purchase order problem areas and apply remedies to resolve them.
• Maintain purchasing documentation in a repository.
• Identify and advise management of purchase order‑related risks.
• Prepare bidder lists, qualify bidders, prepare requests for quotation, and conduct bid evaluations.
• Prepare proposal deliverables, such as pricing of materials, execution approach narratives, and package hour estimates for purchasing.
• Recommend source selections, development of negotiation strategies, plan and lead purchase order negotiations.
• May serve as the lead buyer or purchasing coordinator on medium to large size projects or tasks and may act as a subject matter expert in regard to a commodity or specialized subject area.
• Help stakeholders in understanding the overall Procurement process.
• Work independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. No direct reports.
• Supervise the work of less senior buyers and procurement support personnel who assist with the purchasing activities.
• Coordinate with project or departmental personnel in performance of the purchasing activities.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in a business, construction, supply chain, or operations management, or equivalent project experience.
• 10+ years of experience in capital equipment purchasing.
• 5+ years of experience in Specialized Manufacturing, Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Manufacturing Projects, or Data Centers (preferable).
• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to prioritize and complete tasks timely in a schedule‑driven environment.
• The ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems.
• Willingness to indirectly lead and mentor a team of Procurement professionals.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $89,400.00 to $117,300.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.