Senior Construction Purchasing & Bids Specialist

Southland Industries; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability protection

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Professional development support

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a seasoned Purchasing professional to acquire services, supplies, and goods at competitive prices, and to manage supplier relationships in a fast-paced construction environment.

The role emphasizes issuing invitations to bid and RFQs, evaluating market sources, and driving cost-effective procurement while ensuring compliance with company procedures and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Purchasing or related field.
• 5+ years purchasing experience, with minimum 3 years in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing practices and systems.
• Excellent negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare invitations to bid and requests for proposals for quotations from vendors for products and services; submits to vendors as appropriate.
• Research market sources and vendors to locate and ensure most cost effective and competitive pricing for the purchase of products and services.
• Negotiate pricing with vendors as necessary.
• Consult with proposed/new vendors to discuss company needs, services and products and company approval procedures.
• Provide direction to less-experienced Purchasing employees.

Skills

5+ years purchasing experience

Negotiation skills

Verbal and written communication

Prioritization and multitasking

Attention to detail

Analytical problem solving

Construction procurement knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Purchasing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

COINs

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a seasoned Purchasing professional to acquire services, supplies, and goods at competitive prices, and to manage supplier relationships in a fast-paced construction environment.

The role emphasizes issuing invitations to bid and RFQs, evaluating market sources, and driving cost-effective procurement while ensuring compliance with company procedures and timelines.