Strategic Construction Purchasing Lead

Southland Industries, Inc.; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Term life, AD&D insurance

Disability income protection

Job summary

Southland Industries in Pflugerville, TX is seeking a seasoned Purchasing professional to acquire services, supplies and goods at competitive prices, managing invitations to bid, requests for proposals, and purchase orders.

You will negotiate pricing, research market sources, mentor junior buyers, and ensure compliance with company procedures. Equal opportunity employer, 100% employee-owned, with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ purchasing experience, with minimum 3 years’ in the construction industry
• Strong knowledge of purchasing practices and systems
• Strong knowledge of construction procurement
• 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

Vendor management

Market research

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

ERP

COINs

Microsoft Office

Job description

Southland Industries in Pflugerville, TX is seeking a seasoned Purchasing professional to acquire services, supplies and goods at competitive prices, managing invitations to bid, requests for proposals, and purchase orders.

You will negotiate pricing, research market sources, mentor junior buyers, and ensure compliance with company procedures. Equal opportunity employer, 100% employee-owned, with strong benefits.