Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for a growing company in the Construction industry. This position is ideal for a procurement professional with expertise in sourcing construction materials, equipment, fleet-related purchases, and subcontractor services. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting field operations, managing supplier relationships, controlling costs, and ensuring materials and equipment are available to meet project schedules and customer commitments.
Responsibilities:

• Lead procurement activities for construction materials, utility infrastructure components, equipment, tools, and operational supplies.
  
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, distributors, subcontractors, and service providers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable delivery.
  
• Negotiate contracts, purchase agreements, and pricing arrangements to maximize value while maintaining quality and service standards.
  
• Collaborate with project managers, field operations, engineering, and finance teams to forecast material and equipment requirements.
  
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate material replenishment to support active projects and ongoing operations.
  
• Source specialized materials and equipment required for utility, civil, electrical, gas, water, or infrastructure projects.
  
• Evaluate supplier performance, tracking key metrics related to cost, quality, lead times, and delivery reliability.
  
• Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain conditions to identify opportunities for cost savings and risk mitigation.
  
• Expedite critical orders and resolve material shortages, delivery delays, or supplier issues that could impact project timelines.
  
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor documentation, and procurement data within the company's ERP or purchasing systems.
  
• Support bid preparation and project estimating activities by obtaining supplier quotes and pricing information.
  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on procurement efficiency, inventory optimization, and supplier performance.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
  
• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience within the construction, utility, infrastructure, engineering, or related industry.
  
• Experience sourcing construction materials, heavy equipment, utility components, fleet assets, or contractor services.
  
• Strong understanding of project-based procurement and the challenges associated with field operations and construction schedules.
  
• Experience with ERP, MRP, or procurement software systems.
  
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships effectively.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven purchasing decisions.
  
• Knowledge of inventory management, forecasting, and cost-control practices.
  
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
  
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across field and corporate teams.
  

Employment Type:

Full-Time
Salary:

$75,000 - $85,000 annually, based on experience
Schedule:

Monday through Friday

If you are a strategic procurement professional looking to make an impact within a fast-paced construction and utility environment, we encourage you to apply today. Submit your current resume for immediate consideration.

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Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

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