Strategic Construction Buyer

Blue Chip Talent; Waterford Charter Township (MI); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Blue Chip Talent is seeking a skilled Procurement Agent – Construction Buyer to manage mid-level procurement for county facilities, supporting strategic sourcing and standardizing processes in a fast-paced environment.

The role will handle RFQs/ITBs, coordinate pre-bid and bid activities, and draft contracts with legal and risk teams. Strong negotiation, vendor management, and government procurement knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 6–8 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or contract administration.
• Strong knowledge of public procurement policies, laws, and best practices.
• Experience with contract development and lifecycle management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate pricing and terms with vendors.
• Ability to navigate complex environments, influence stakeholders, and enforce policies.
• Working knowledge of government procurement processes and structures.
• Experience supporting MRO or Crib Management within a facilities or plant environment.
• Deep understanding of indirect procurement impacts on operational efficiency.
• Ability to build and standardize procurement workflows in a transforming organization.
• Familiarity with vendor performance reviews and supplier relationship management.
• Knowledge of construction procurement processes and high-impact strategic sourcing.
• Experience with system implementations and process improvement initiatives.

Responsabilités

• Manage procurement requisitions over $25,000 within Workday, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Solicit and evaluate supplier quotes for goods and services, including construction-related projects.
• Develop, issue, and support the evaluation of solicitations such as RFQs and ITBs.
• Coordinate procurement meetings, including pre-bid, bid openings, and debriefings.
• Draft and process contracts and amendments, working closely with legal and risk teams.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable delivery terms.
• Monitor supplier performance, supporting continuous improvement and issue resolution.
• Conduct market research and compile reports to guide procurement decisions.

Connaissances

Procurement

Public procurement

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

MRO procurement

Strategic sourcing

Vendor management

Process improvement

Workday

RFQ/ITB

Supplier relations

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Public Administration, or related field

Outils

Workday

MS Office

ERP systems

Description du poste

Blue Chip Talent is seeking a skilled Procurement Agent – Construction Buyer to manage mid-level procurement for county facilities, supporting strategic sourcing and standardizing processes in a fast-paced environment.

The role will handle RFQs/ITBs, coordinate pre-bid and bid activities, and draft contracts with legal and risk teams. Strong negotiation, vendor management, and government procurement knowledge are essential.