Senior Purchasing Agent – Heavy Industrial Materials

Bay Ltd.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Ltd. in Corpus Christi, Texas, seeks a Purchasing Agent responsible for purchasing and tracking heavy industrial construction materials across all divisions.

You will review purchase orders and change notices, issue contracts, and maintain supplier relationships to meet project requirements. The role requires expertise in the procurement process, contract interpretation, and knowledge of market conditions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing in heavy industrial construction or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Knowledge of Heavy Construction Industry.
• Proficient with US customary units (ft, in, lbs, psi).
• Experience with purchase orders through bidder prequalification, bids, award, and supplier performance.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts and material specifications.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP/purchasing systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and process purchase orders and change notices.
• Review PO claims and contracts for conformance to guidelines.
• Issue purchase orders/contracts/agreements.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers to resolve project issues and monitor market conditions.
• Analyze market and delivery conditions to determine material availability.
• Coordinate with Project Management on material requisitions for purchases.
• Ensure compliance with Purchasing Policies.
• Develop new supply sources where vendors are inadequate.
• Check requisitions for proper approvals and accounts.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Finance and Project Controls.
• Work with Receiving to ensure timely supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

ERP/Purchasing systems

Heavy construction industry knowledge

Reading contracts

Bid/Procurement process knowledge

US customary units knowledge

Job description

Bay Ltd. in Corpus Christi, Texas, seeks a Purchasing Agent responsible for purchasing and tracking heavy industrial construction materials across all divisions.

You will review purchase orders and change notices, issue contracts, and maintain supplier relationships to meet project requirements. The role requires expertise in the procurement process, contract interpretation, and knowledge of market conditions.