Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

ACCIONA Construction USA, part of the SR 400 Peach Partners consortium, have been awarded the contract to design and construct the SR 400 Express Lanes project in Atlanta, Georgia. This $4.6 billion project, awarded by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), is a key public-private partnership aimed at addressing congestion on a major highway in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Senior Buyer will lead efforts to source materials and equipment by contacting vendors, gathering quotes, issuing purchase orders, and facilitating product purchasing with guidance and approval from the Procurement Manager.

Job Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

• Establish a network of vendors to gather quotes for identified materials, consumables and/or rental equipment.
• Prepare and issue bid comparison sheets for approval to proceed.
• Creation and negotiation of Purchase Orders.
• Records goods ordered and received; assists with accounts payable reconciliation.
• Proven ability to accurately track status of orders after issuance of Purchase Order.
• Prepares reports and correspondence as needed.
• Maintains knowledge of Company's values and strategic plan.
• Support published corporate policies.
• Perform additional assignments per management's direction.

Required Skills and Competencies

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma / GED required.
• 5 years minimum related experience in a buyer role working for a medium-to-large contractor.
• Local vendors market knowledge (Atlanta area)
• A recognized Procurement Certification is desirable (APICS, CPSM or similar).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional communication and organization skills required.
• Introductory knowledge of Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel) with general knowledge of database utilization. JD Edwards E1 World experience is a plus.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Able to identify, track and communicate project plan steps and actions.
• Team player with the ability to also work independently to meet fixed deadlines, goals and objectives.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.