ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS includes but not limited to:

• Lead purchasing efforts with an eye towards forecasting to ensure appropriate commodity pricing is upheld within industry standards
• Know the market well enough to capitalize on trends in raw material costs as macro trends in supplier and contract base are monitored.  Implement Proactive plans to engage suppliers.
• Expertise with vendor management and create metrics to properly manage the vendors
• Responsible for price negotiation, identification and source selection as well as contract review
• Develop, advocate and implement sourcing and negotiation strategies for key spend areas to achieve short- and long-term savings targets
• Continually develop personal and team expertise to support growth for new projects
• Build and develop relationships with key suppliers and customers.  Manage vendor relationships and assist in building effective partnerships
• Review quotations and Order materials and services per negotiated and appropriately approved contracts. 
• Track Purchasing activity and measurements including the maintenance of organized purchasing records.
• Assist department in developing and implementing purchasing strategies for products
• Communicate in a timely manner rapid fluctuation in prices of materials to those affected (Leadership Team, Project Managers, Engineers, etc.)
• Communicate in a timely manner to those affected by delays, changes or other concerns that impact the shop, field, engineering orders or supplies

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Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years purchasing experience in a construction environment
• Experience in procurement of steel and fabrication type products

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