Strategic Materials Buyer for Just‑In‑Time Production

Sunbelt Modular, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Modular, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing professional to manage the procurement of materials for multiple modular construction projects. The role focuses on timely delivery, accurate inventory, and cost-effective purchasing strategies.

The candidate will work closely with Production, Sales, and Engineering to ensure material availability, quality, and compliance with project specifications. A minimum of two years in purchasing within a modular construction context is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Understanding of modular building construction process.
• Ability to read blueprints and identify raw materials used in the construction process.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Purchase material for all projects.
• Schedule materials ahead of production requirements "just in time".
• Order shortages on a daily basis.
• Purchase standard materials for cycle counts.
• Maintain purchasing project files.
• Search for new products and innovative ideas.
• Advise Purchasing Manager of price changes.
• Assist in inventory entry and prices of inventory write-ins.
• Provide the Production, Sales and Engineering departments with information on material availability and technical details.
• Assist Purchasing Manager as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Sunbelt Modular, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing professional to manage the procurement of materials for multiple modular construction projects. The role focuses on timely delivery, accurate inventory, and cost-effective purchasing strategies.

The candidate will work closely with Production, Sales, and Engineering to ensure material availability, quality, and compliance with project specifications. A minimum of two years in purchasing within a modular construction context is preferred.