Buyer
Kforce
Responsibilities Kforce has a client that is seeking a Buyer in Saint Louis, MO.Summary:This position will play a key role in supporting capital projects and strategic sourcing initiatives by procuring equipment, materials, and services that drive operational success. The ideal candidate will have experience sourcing industrial capital equipment and services, managing supplier relationships, and delivering cost savings through strategic procurement practices.This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Safety, Finance, and Procurement teams to support projects from planning through execution while ensuring alignment with procurement strategies and supplier programs.Key Responsibilities:
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking "Apply Today" you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce is a professional staffing services firm offering Technology and Finance & Accounting jobs with top employers nationwide. We specialize in providing contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement opportunities, with over 50 years of experience in the staffing industry. Kforce offers many consultants comprehensive benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, 401(K), life insurance and disability. Our vision is to be "the firm most respected by those we serve."
- Support capital projects throughout the full project lifecycle, including planning, procurement, execution, and closeout
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for capital equipment, materials, and services
- Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings and maximize value
- Prepare, evaluate, and analyze bids while making supplier recommendations
- Source engineering services, construction services, equipment, and related materials
- Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and track savings initiatives
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies, preferred supplier programs, and sourcing strategies
- Communicate procurement initiatives and project updates to stakeholders across the business
- Support plant purchasing teams and collaborate with cross-functional partners to resolve procurement challenges
- Provide expertise in assigned spend categories and stay current on market trends and supplier capabilities
- Participate in global sourcing initiatives and strategic procurement programs as needed
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or a related field
- Experience sourcing industrial capital equipment and services (CAPEX)
- Strong procurement and strategic sourcing background
- Experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing vendor relationships
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Procurement teams
- Experience with Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes
- Strong SAP experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience evaluating bids and supplier performance metrics
- Engineering or technical background
- Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or production environments
- Exposure to global sourcing initiatives
- Previous experience supporting large capital project procurement efforts
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking "Apply Today" you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce is a professional staffing services firm offering Technology and Finance & Accounting jobs with top employers nationwide. We specialize in providing contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement opportunities, with over 50 years of experience in the staffing industry. Kforce offers many consultants comprehensive benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, 401(K), life insurance and disability. Our vision is to be "the firm most respected by those we serve."
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