Supply Chain Buyer Paradigm Power Delivery Inc. - 3.8 Overland Park, KS Job Details $65,000 - $80,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Family leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Gym membership Life insurance Qualifications Vendor relationship building Supplier performance analysis Communication with suppliers Construction schedule coordination Construction contract administration Project change management Construction contract negotiation Purchase order management Mid-level Improving operational efficiency Schedule management Analysis skills Bidding project phase Bachelor's degree Construction industry experience Quality control Procurement contract management Vendor performance improvement Vendor relationship management Contracts Negotiating purchasing contracts Warranty issues management Managing projects Request for proposal Project contract management Collaboration with legal team Continuous improvement purchasing strategy Strategic sourcing Construction vendor management Construction change order management Full Job Description The Buyer is responsible for ensuring excellence for the day-to-day procurement activities for the Company. This role involves coordinating with multiple departments to ensure the timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, services, and subcontractors. The Associate Buyer will focus on proposal planning, project execution, and continuous improvement while developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

Project Execution Solicit bids, evaluate quotations, select suppliers, and execute contracts in line with project needs. Coordinate the scheduling and expediting of deliverables, services, and materials to meet project timelines. Ensure all contracts are closed out properly, with all terms fulfilled and documented. Collaboration Work closely with Estimating, Legal, and Operations teams to ensure proposal compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with Operations, Scheduling, Field Engineering, Site Administration, Finance, and Legal teams as needed. Maintain and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth PO execution and address any issues that arise. Customer Focus Oversee warranty efforts, ensuring resolution of issues post-project completion. Perform other related duties as required to support the procurement function and project goals. Continuous Improvement Engage in continuous improvement efforts to enhance procurement processes and supplier relationships. Conduct post-project and annual supplier evaluations to assess performance and identify areas for improvement. Critical Thinking Manage changes in project scope, schedule, and deliverables, ensuring timely adjustments. Negotiate commercial terms and conditions with suppliers and subcontractors, securing favorable terms for the company. Quality Control Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and project specifications. Requirements Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2-5 years of related work experience; or strong construction industry related work experience. Strong negotiating and analytical skills. Ability to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Ability to effectively interface with all levels of management Our benefits cover you and your family on day one! In addition, we offer vacation pay, holiday pay, 401K match, wellness awards, and so much more! Final offers may vary based on multiple factors, including education, depth and relevance of work experience, relevant licenses and certifications, and may vary from the amounts listed in the job posting.

Expected Base Salary Range:

$65,000 - $80,000. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Effective your first day of employment! Wellness Programs and Awards Get healthier while earning discounts to your premiums! Gym Reimbursement and Weight Loss Benefit Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Full match up to 4% effective your first day of employment! Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible for annual bonus