Senior Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Senior Buyer

Reports to: Purchasing Manager

Position: Full Time

Location: Odessa, FL Office

Bauer Foundation Corp. (BFC) is a Florida corporation and the U.S. subsidiary of the world-wide operating Bauer Group based in Schrobenhausen, Germany. The Bauer Group is a world- renowned foundation contractor, designer, and builder of the world’s finest foundation equipment.

BFC, as part of the Bauer construction division, is a leader in the execution of complex excavation pits, ground improvement, deep foundations, and vertical seals, utilizing the most up to date equipment and installation techniques. Bauer Foundation Corp. provides all types of foundation solutions and services for industrial, commercial, residential, and governmental construction projects. Bauer Foundation Corp. promotes Bauer services and technology throughout the entire United States.

BFC is looking for dynamic individuals with experience as a Senior Buyer. The Senior Buyer is responsible for planning and executing procurement activities for BAUER Foundation Corp.’s construction projects from pre-award through project execution and closeout. This role supports multiple business units and projects throughout the United States.

Job Summary:

Working closely with Estimating, Project Management, Operations, and other stakeholders, the Senior Buyer helps develop and manage project procurement plans and ensures materials, equipment, and services are competitively sourced in support of project cost, schedule, and operational requirements.

The Senior Buyer also supports the development of strategic relationships with key suppliers and service providers, leveraging recurring requirements across projects to improve commercial terms, supplier performance, and overall value to BAUER.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Support Estimating by soliciting supplier and service provider quotations and market pricing during pre-award for use in bid development.
• Help develop project procurement plans during pre-award and further refine, implement, and manage those plans following project award.
• Partner with Project Management and Operations to align procurement activities with project schedules, budgets, specifications, and priorities.
• Manage the sourcing and procurement of project materials, equipment, and services, including RFQs, bid evaluations and quote comparisons, negotiations, purchase orders, and delivery. 
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, freight, and other commercial terms to achieve competitive total value.
• Identify recurring spend across projects and opportunities to leverage BAUER’s purchasing volume and supplier relationships.
• Help develop and manage strategic and preferred supplier relationships within key material, equipment, and service categories.
• Support the development of preferred pricing, rate structures, commercial agreements, and other supplier arrangements that can be leveraged across projects.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, cost avoidance, supplier consolidation, and improved commercial terms.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and collaborate across Estimating, Project Management, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and other key functions.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with project procurement planning, competitive sourcing, commercial negotiations, and supplier management.
• Strong commercial judgment and negotiation, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 applications.
• High level of proficiency with SAP Business One.

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. 

• 7+ years of progressive procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience, preferably in construction, heavy civil, industrial, engineering, or another project-driven environment.
• Experience procuring materials, equipment, and services for heavy civil, geotechnical, foundation, or specialty construction is strongly preferred.
• Relevant procurement experience may include categories such as reinforcing steel; structural and fabricated steel products; concrete, cement, and aggregates; geotechnical and foundation materials; construction chemicals and admixtures; diesel fuel; equipment rentals; transportation; field services; and other construction-related materials and services.

Physical Requirements

 

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs, and navigate uneven terrain during visits to construction sites and supplier facilities.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment while visiting active construction sites.

 

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% domestic travel to project sites, supplier facilities, and other company locations, including occasional overnight travel.

**Qualified Candidates may be eligible for relocation assistance**

Compensation and benefits

BFC offers a competitive salary commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; company paid short-term disability coverage; a 401(k) plan with employer match; paid parental leave; tuition assistance; paid holidays; and paid vacation.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. BFC is unable to provide employment based visa sponsorship for this position.

BAUER Foundation Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.