Construction Purchasing Specialist

Summary Description

As the Purchaser, the position is responsible for supporting the procurement of all companies’ materials and supplies for construction projects. Assisting the project management team and field leads on solutions and support on all projects. Source, procure and order all related materials for the successful construction of commercial & residential buildings.

Major Duties/Essential Functions:

• Responsible for building strong vendor and supplier relationships


• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving issues and concerns


• Evaluating materials, tools and supplies according to key business criteria


• Perform detailed material and labor take offs for all aspects and scopes of residential and commercial construction


• Understand and interpret detailed building plans


• Coordinate material deliveries with PM’s and Supervisors


• Preparing and issuing purchase orders and agreements


• Approve invoices, check accuracy and code appropriately by job


• Enters, updates and retrieves information from various computer systems


• Communicates with both internal and external customers, vendors, and employees regarding the status of material orders using the telephone, text and email.


• Verifies receipting-in of shipments as needed


• Review job cost summaries every two weeks and at the end of the job with the project manager


• Assists with placing stock orders in their proper inventory locations


• Follows up on shortages and expedites issues by reporting to the manager


• Stay current with market trends, price fluctuations and construction industry developments


• Support value engineering efforts by identifying cost saving alternatives without compromising quality


• Monitor material usage and inventory across job sites to avoid overstock or shortages


• Coordinate with Accounting on job costs and current purchasing power

Qualifications:

Good communication skills, both written and verbal to create effective interpersonal relationships with coworkers, vendors, and supplier. A valid drivers license is preferred.  Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of construction materials, services and subcontractor relationships is essential.  Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. Ability follow written and oral instructions. Ability to learn and apply the following technical skills is needed to successfully complete the requirements of this position:

• Fluent in commercial and residential plan reading


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and with business application software, purchasing and resource planning. 


• Basic data entry/keyboarding skills


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy


• Excellent phone etiquette


• Troubleshooting skills


• Organized and can navigate multiple activities in a fast-paced environment
  


• Work under minimal supervision and receive little instruction on daily work, receive general instruction on newly introduced assignments.

Requirements:

Education/Experience:

Any combination equivalent to education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills will qualify for the position. High school diploma or GED as it relates to qualifications is an asset.  An Associate in degree in business or related area of study is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, standing, walking, lifting, twisting, turning, climbing a ladder reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of time.


• Occasionally lift up to 50lbs; frequently lift up to 10 to 50 lbs.


• Determine the accuracy and thoroughness of work


• Demonstrate the ability to hear and accurately interpret technical and business information in an office and construction yard environment subject to minor noise.


• Perform all work safely in a fast-paced work environment

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Perform all work safely in a fast-paced work environment

The noise level in the work environment is indicative of a typical office environment, with multiple departments, people and several different activities, meetings, and electronic devices in use.  Including, PC’s, laptops, cell phones, office phones, projectors, and PA systems.

Tools and Equipment Used

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The ability to use the following tools and equipment is essential to perform the functions of this job and may include an ipad, copier, scanner, fax, personal computer, laptop, cell phone and telephone system.

Must wear safety glasses at all times while walking within the shop environment. High visibility vests are provided and required for access to the parking lot and grounds when walking the grounds for inspections or assessments.

The duties listed above are intended as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work performed is similar, related or logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Alliance provides a full benefit package including vacation, health, dental & vision insurance, 401k match and company paid disability and life insurance.