Strategic Buyer — SAP, Negotiations & Procurement

High Steel Structures LLC; Springboro (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match up to 6%

Tuition assistance for approved job‑re

Employee Assistance Program

High Family Foundation Scholarship

Good Measure Award

Job summary

High Concrete in Springboro, Ohio is seeking a Buyer to manage direct and indirect procurement supporting operations and manufacturing for over $200M in annual revenue across multiple locations.

The Buyer will leverage, negotiate, and communicate pricing, while monitoring market trends and supplier performance to optimize value and continuity of supply. Requires 2+ years in procurement and SAP proficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of tactical and strategic procurement experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
• APICS Certification (CPIM or CSCP) preferred or willingness to pursue.
• Proficient in MRP/ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and ability to analyze/compile/organize complex data.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent contract negotiation and supplier management skills; ability to think strategically and buy tactically.
• Ability to travel (<10% of time).

Responsibilities

• Use SAP to procure direct/indirect materials needed for daily production and operations
• Assist with supplier contract negotiations and develop contract documentation
• Oversee/perform invoice resolution activities as needed
• Oversee/perform supplier evaluations, onboarding, relationship management, and diamond meetings as needed
• Visit new and existing suppliers to verify supplier capabilities, quality, and capacity
• Advise Operations, Estimating and Engineering departments of market conditions, lead times, and possible price increases
• Support the organization in the identification and development of process improvement activities
• Obtain technical information, pricing, and advice from suppliers for other departments as needed
• Keep abreast of the industry in order to be aware of new methods, equipment, etc.
• Attend new equipment and product shows relative to the concrete industry
• Participate in operations meetings, special committees, etc., and advise operational personnel and other purchasing personnel within High Companies/High Concrete Group LLC
• Be committed to continuous improvement
• Lead by example and emulate the High Philosophy: Building Trustworthy Relationships and Being Innovative Leaders
• Perform other duties and tasks, as assigned, within the scope of the job responsibilities

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

APICS CPIM/CSCP preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

ERP / MRP systems

Job description

High Concrete in Springboro, Ohio is seeking a Buyer to manage direct and indirect procurement supporting operations and manufacturing for over $200M in annual revenue across multiple locations.

The Buyer will leverage, negotiate, and communicate pricing, while monitoring market trends and supplier performance to optimize value and continuity of supply. Requires 2+ years in procurement and SAP proficiency.