Strategic CAPEX Buyer for Capital Projects

Kforce Inc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce Inc. in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Buyer to support capital projects and strategic sourcing initiatives. You will procure equipment, materials, and services, drive cost savings through supplier negotiations, and partner with Operations, Engineering, Safety, Finance and Procurement to align with procurement strategies.

The ideal candidate will have CAPEX sourcing experience, strong vendor management, and the ability to lead cross-functional sourcing teams across large capital projects.

Qualifications

• Experience sourcing industrial capital equipment and CAPEX services.
• Strong procurement and strategic sourcing background.
• Experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing vendor relationships.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Procurement teams.

Responsibilities

• Support capital projects through planning, procurement, execution, and closeout.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for capital equipment, materials, and services.
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings and value.
• Evaluate bids and make supplier recommendations.
• Source engineering and construction services, equipment, and related materials.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and track savings.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and supplier programs.
• Communicate procurement initiatives and project updates to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional plant purchasing teams to resolve challenges.
• Provide expertise in spend categories and monitor market trends.
• Participate in global sourcing and procurement programs as needed.

Skills

CAPEX sourcing

Procurement & strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Communication & stakeholder mgmt

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Kforce Inc. in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Buyer to support capital projects and strategic sourcing initiatives. You will procure equipment, materials, and services, drive cost savings through supplier negotiations, and partner with Operations, Engineering, Safety, Finance and Procurement to align with procurement strategies.

The ideal candidate will have CAPEX sourcing experience, strong vendor management, and the ability to lead cross-functional sourcing teams across large capital projects.