Strategic Purchaser for Critical Infra Projects

Tailwind Applied Sciences

Oklahoma City (OK)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Job summary

Tailwind Applied Sciences is seeking a detail-oriented Purchaser to manage end-to-end procurement for data centers, power systems, and industrial environments. You will coordinate sourcing, vendor onboarding, POs, and delivery tracking, working cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Warehouse, and Project Management teams.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of purchasing experience, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Excel.

Qualifications

3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
Experience purchasing materials, equipment, parts, or services in construction, industrial, manufacturing, power, or data center environments.
Strong negotiation skills with ability to obtain favorable pricing and terms.
Experience managing multiple suppliers and purchase orders simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP systems.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Review purchase requests and verify specifications, quantities, pricing, and delivery requirements.
Generate and manage purchase orders in a timely and accurate manner.
Source, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers and vendors.
Obtain and compare quotations based on cost, quality, lead times, service, and reliability.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and contractual agreements to maximize value and reduce costs.
Monitor open purchase orders and proactively expedite deliveries when necessary.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with project schedules and operations.
Resolve supplier issues related to quality, shortages, delivery delays, pricing discrepancies, or invoicing concerns.
Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information, contracts, pricing agreements, and purchasing documentation.
Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, approval procedures, and contractual requirements.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier consolidation, process improvement, and inventory optimization.
Assist with vendor performance evaluations and supplier relationship management initiatives.
Provide support for larger sourcing and procurement projects as assigned.