Strategic Subcontractor Buyer

Hire Road, Inc.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Road, Inc. is seeking a Subcontractor Buyer to source qualified subcontractors for automotive construction, manage bid processes, and negotiate contract terms. The role emphasizes delivering projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with company standards.

Candidates should have 5–10 years of relevant purchasing experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. The position requires strong knowledge of construction procurement, ERP systems, and ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of purchasing, procurement, subcontract administration, or sourcing experience
• Experience supporting automotive manufacturing facilities, industrial construction projects, OEMs, or Tier 1 suppliers
• Demonstrated experience negotiating construction and service contracts
• Strong understanding of construction procurement processes and project delivery methods

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify subcontractors for automotive construction and facility-related projects
• Develop and manage RFPs, RFQs, and bid packages
• Solicit competitive bids and analyze proposals for cost, technical compliance, schedule, and risk
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Lead contract negotiations, including pricing, scope of work, delivery schedules, payment terms, and SLAs
• Prepare and administer subcontract agreements
• Ensure contract requirements comply with policies, legal requirements, and project specs
• Monitor subcontractor performance throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor procurement costs against budgets
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to align procurement with schedules and requirements

Skills

Sourcing & procurement

Negotiation

Contract management

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Sage)

Job description

Hire Road, Inc. is seeking a Subcontractor Buyer to source qualified subcontractors for automotive construction, manage bid processes, and negotiate contract terms. The role emphasizes delivering projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with company standards.

Candidates should have 5–10 years of relevant purchasing experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. The position requires strong knowledge of construction procurement, ERP systems, and ability to manage multiple