Buyer - J. Morrissey

In partnership with a longstanding, top client of ours, we are looking for a Buyer to perform procurement related activities.  The Buyer will work under the Director of Procurement and will assist in areas such as purchasing, negotiating, managing relationships while adhering to company policies and local laws.
This is a rare opportunity to join one of the top employers in CT which offers industry leading compensation and benefits. 

Responsibilities

• Approving purchase orders and requisitions for select commodities 
• Responsible for complex, company-wide bids and purchases
• Lead the bid scope meetings or construction walk-throughs
• Take the lead on QBR's with key suppliers
• Negotiating with suppliers regarding pricing and other factors and select suppliers that are the best fit given present and future business needs
• Manage relationships with suppliers
• Gather and interpret data using advanced ERP knowledge
• Financial analysis and reconciliation of any discrepancies
• Ensure all procurement related pricing is accurate and reasonable given budgeting restrictions and other associated costs
• Collaborate with legal/contracts department to ensure that internal needs are being met under reasonable terms
• Facilitate return of materials that are not needed
• Keep up to date with new and changing products, suppliers, trends, prices, and other market trends
• Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of experience in procurement in construction/facilities or engineering industry
•  Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, supply chain management, or a related field is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems
• Ability to perform financial analysis and cost comparisons
• Experience with negotiations and drafting contracts
• Proven track record of implementing procedural changes to improve processes

Compensation and Benefits

• $95,000-$125,000 annually, based on years of experience
• Industry leading benefits package including healthcare, vision and dental insurance, PTO, 401(k) employer match
• Hybrid work schedule