The Corporate Buyer is responsible for sourcing, selecting, and procuring construction materials, equipment, and services to support international projects and corporate objectives. This role requires a minimum of three years of solid procurement experience, preferably in the construction industry.
Key Responsibilities
Vendor Management
- Source and select vendors ensuring quality, price, delivery, and service to maximize profit margins.
- Manage supplier performance through delivery, acceptance, payment, and closeout.
- Evaluate supplier bids and recommend vendors to the project team.
Procurement Operations
- Prepare Request for Quotations (RFQs) with specifications and drawings as required.
- Solicit bids from multiple sources unless sole sourcing is justified.
- Process purchase orders in the system (ViewPoint) and maintain accurate tracking.
- Monitor and update purchase orders, pricing, and ensure timely order acknowledgment.
Collaboration & Communication
- Liaise with project management and site teams to procure materials per specifications.
- Attend daily procurement and logistics meetings and provide updates on orders.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors for BAFOs and cost reductions.
Quality Control & Reporting
- Perform quality control checks on purchase orders and reports.
- Assist with logistics and expediting materials as required.
- Provide project site updates on substitutions and alternative sources when applicable.
Continuous Improvement
- Suggest process improvements based on evaluation of work processes and relevant information.
Qualifications
Education
- Minimum Associate’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field is required.
Experience
- Minimum three years of procurement experience (construction industry preferred).
- Willing to train a highly motivated and proactive candidate with less experience.
Skills
- Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Ability to work independently, detail-oriented, and well-organized.
- Exceptional customer service mindset.
- Engage in dynamic projects supporting international initiatives.
- Collaborate with a team that values growth, accountability, and innovation.
- Contribute to a culture where challenges are seen as opportunities for learning and improvement.