Job Description
The Staff Purchaser performs purchasing responsibilities throughout the project life cycle which includes ordering materials, supplies and equipment, and follow through with vendors on shipment and delivery.
Compile "Request for Proposal" (RFP) documents including documents, drawings, and specifications.
Research and verify supplier pricing, quantity, reliability, delivery, and industry experience.
Prepare purchase order documents and submit purchase order information into online purchasing application for final approval.
Prepare procurement documents and agreements for the materials needed to execute the project deliverables.
Review and approve purchase order requisitions including change management and close-out activities.
Complete vendor bid evaluations of proposals and technical evaluations.
Submit purchase orders to vendors/subcontractors and obtain and log order acknowledgment.
Expedite vendor submittals to support detailed design and delivery of equipment and materials to support construction activities.
Compile procurement status and expediting reports and follow up with suppliers on deliveries.
Source and qualify potential suppliers to provide required goods of service.
Prepare procurement packages for engineering and project specifications.
Communicate procurement issues and recommend changes to appropriate parties, including management.
Maintain office supplies including corporate forms and reorder when necessary.
Monitor and report the supplier’s production schedule to ensure milestones are being met and communicate issues as needed.
Promote and ensure ethical procurement practices in accordance with code of business conduct requirements and procurement procedures are adhered to on projects.
Support and recommend enhancements to the rollout of iProcurement as the SME on requisitioning.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Law, Construction, or a related field and 3 years direct purchasing experience required.
Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Project purchasing experience preferred.
Oracle Financial R12 software experience preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans