Senior Construction Procurement & Negotiation Specialist

Southland Industries; Conesville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability protection

Flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Training and professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries seeks an experienced purchasing professional to acquire services, supplies, and goods at competitive prices for construction projects. The role includes issuing invitations to bid, evaluating proposals, and preparing purchase orders.

The candidate will research market sources, negotiate pricing, and guide junior buyers in a fast-paced environment. Strong collaboration with vendors and internal teams is essential to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ purchasing experience, with minimum 3 years’ in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing practices and systems.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Strong knowledge of construction procurement.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP; COINs experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares invitations to bid and requests for proposals for quotations from vendors; submits to vendors as appropriate.
• Researches market sources and vendors to locate cost effective pricing.
• Negotiates pricing with vendors as necessary.
• Provides direction to less-experienced Purchasing employees.

Skills

Negotiation

Procurement

Market research

Vendor management

MS Office

ERP experience

Tools

COINs experience

ERP systems

Job description

Southland Industries seeks an experienced purchasing professional to acquire services, supplies, and goods at competitive prices for construction projects. The role includes issuing invitations to bid, evaluating proposals, and preparing purchase orders.

The candidate will research market sources, negotiate pricing, and guide junior buyers in a fast-paced environment. Strong collaboration with vendors and internal teams is essential to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement.