Buyer - Subcontracting

Buyer - Subcontracting

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

We are proud to offer our employees:

• Comprehensive Training Programs
• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Holiday Bonus
• And so much more!

Responsibilities:

• Source and evaluate subcontractors to meet project requirements, timelines, and budgets
• Solicit, review, and analyze bids and proposals from qualified vendors
• Negotiate pricing, scope, terms, and conditions with subcontractors
• Draft, review, and issue purchase orders and subcontract agreements
• Ensure all subcontract agreements comply with company policies and legal requirements
• Interpret and apply contractual language, including terms related to scope, risk, and liability
• Collaborate with project managers and operations teams to align procurement with project needs
• Monitor subcontractor performance, delivery schedules, and quality standards
• Resolve vendor issues related to performance, invoicing, or contract discrepancies
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation

Requirements:

• College Degree or a minimum of 3 years' experience in a purchasing or related field
• Minimum of 3 years' experience purchasing, procurement, or subcontract management
• ERP experience, NetSuite preferred
• Possess the ability to maintain relationships with vendors
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Strong communication skills - both written and verbal
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Ability to multi-task
• Work well within a team environment
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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