Purchaser

Job Description

Job Description

BIOFerm™ is a Wisconsin-based renewable energy company providing turnkey anaerobic digestion and gas upgrading facilities. Committed to sustainable and economical organic waste diversion, BIOFerm™’s digester technology harnesses biogas from fermenting organics—food waste, manure, biosolids, etc.—and converts it into valuable green energy, vehicle fuel, heat and organic products. Its biogas upgrading systems enable biogas producers to profitably upgrade biogas to renewable natural gas (RNG). 

BIOFerm™ is looking for a Purchaser who will review, evaluate, process, and maintain contracts; purchase materials, supplies, equipment and service; analyze product sources, quality, price and availability; and apply sound business practices in the development and analysis of contracts and purchasing functions. 

 

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage procurement activities required to support projects
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors
• Source and qualify new vendors to expand and strengthen the supply base
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate bids for materials, equipment, and services
• Resolve cost or delivery discrepancies through proactive communication and analysis
• Draft, review, and analyze contract language to ensure compliance, risk mitigation, and alignment with company objectives
• Support project teams with negotiation strategies and execution
• Maintain compliance documentation and ensure adherence to company, client, and regulatory requirements
• Establish, maintain, and update material costs and lead time for project material lists
• Support bidding processes by providing material pricing and supplier input
• Analyze financial impacts of scope changes, site-specific requirements, and additions
• Work closely with accounting, engineering, project management, and jobsite teams to align purchasing activities with project needs
• Provide timely updates to internal stakeholders to ensure accurate budgets, schedules, and material availability
• Support cross-functional initiatives to improve procurement efficiency and cost effectiveness
• Perform other related duties as assigned

 

Competencies and Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field
• 3+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or equivalent construction/EPC experience (related industry preferred)
• Demonstrated experience with technical and complex contracts involving clients and subcontractors
• Strong financial and analytical skills with experience in budget development and cost analysis
• Advanced knowledge of contracting principles, competitive bid administration, and negotiation strategies
• Skilled in interpreting and applying contract terms and conditions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP software (experience with Acumatica preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and high attention to detail
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements