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Buyer

$45 per hour
Temporary

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:

  • 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
Technical Requirements:
  • Experience with Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes
  • Strong SAP experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experience evaluating bids and supplier performance metrics
Nice to Have:
  • Engineering or technical background
  • Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or production environments
  • Exposure to global sourcing initiatives
  • Previous experience supporting large capital project procurement efforts
Ideal Candidate: We are looking for someone who understands industrial procurement, can build strong supplier relationships, and knows how to drive value through strategic sourcing and negotiation. The right person will be comfortable partnering with both business and technical stakeholders while supporting high-impact capital projects from start to finish.

Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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