Senior Construction Purchasing Strategist

Southland Industries Inc.; Conesville (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 50% match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Training & professional memberships

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a seasoned purchasing professional to acquire services, supplies, and goods at competitive prices. You will prepare bids, review market sources, and negotiate with vendors to meet company needs and approval procedures.

The role also involves guiding junior staff and ensuring procurement processes align with company policies. A focus on construction procurement and strong MS Office/ERP knowledge is essential.

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.
• Strong knowledge of construction procurement.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP; COINs experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent prioritization and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent ability to analyze and problem solve.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Negotiation skills

Purchasing knowledge

Construction procurement

MS Office & ERP

Verbal & written communication

Prioritization & multitasking

Attention to detail

Analytical problem solving

Education

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

Tools

COINS ERP

ERP systems

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a seasoned purchasing professional to acquire services, supplies, and goods at competitive prices. You will prepare bids, review market sources, and negotiate with vendors to meet company needs and approval procedures.

The role also involves guiding junior staff and ensuring procurement processes align with company policies. A focus on construction procurement and strong MS Office/ERP knowledge is essential.