Strategic Purchaser - Industrial Pipe & Materials

Thompson Pipe Group; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Pipe Group, a leading North American provider of pressure and gravity pipe solutions, is seeking a Buyer to manage high-volume procurement for engineered concrete, steel, and FRP pipe products. You will read engineering drawings, evaluate materials, and negotiate terms with suppliers to keep production on schedule and projects on track.

Your role requires collaboration with Engineering, Operations, and Project Management to ensure cost-effective, on-time material delivery, while

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and industry standards (AWWA, ASTM) for concrete, steel, and FRP pipe manufacturing.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills to secure favorable pricing, lead times, and terms.
• Experience evaluating and qualifying alternative materials and suppliers, and managing ongoing vendor relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation to determine purchasing requirements.
• Evaluate alternative materials and sourcing options to optimize cost, availability, and lead time.
• Source, qualify, and onboard suppliers for raw materials and outsourced components; maintain vendor base.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and volume agreements to support project schedules and margins.
• Build and manage vendor relationships with periodic performance reviews and issue resolution.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, and Project Management to resolve shortages and ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Read drawings interpretation

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Analytical thinking

Excel

IFS ERP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

Thompson Pipe Group, a leading North American provider of pressure and gravity pipe solutions, is seeking a Buyer to manage high-volume procurement for engineered concrete, steel, and FRP pipe products. You will read engineering drawings, evaluate materials, and negotiate terms with suppliers to keep production on schedule and projects on track.

Your role requires collaboration with Engineering, Operations, and Project Management to ensure cost-effective, on-time material delivery, while