Senior Tactical Buyer at Lee Company
Smyrna, TN
About the Job
Summary of Job:
The Senior Tactical Buyer is responsible for the procurement of materials, supplies, and equipment for primarily construction projects. Working with the Category Specialist, activities include negotiating with suppliers, managing inventory, and ensuring that all purchases meet the commercial, quality, and budgetary requirements of the company by evaluating procurement decisions based on total cost of ownership (TCO), promoting long-term value and efficiency. The Senior Tactical Buyer collaborates closely with project teams to meet project timelines and budget constraints as well as mentors junior purchasing staff and supports the Purchasing Manager.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor Degree in Business preferred, if in Supply, Project, or Construction Management a plus
- 3-5 years of procurement responsibility required
- C.P.M. or CPSM certification is desired
- Knowledge of the procurement life cycle required
- Experience in supplier negotiations and developing and executing sourcing strategies preferred
- Working knowledge of Project Management principles in the MEP or Construction industry
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to perform, track, and monitor progress of multiple task simultaneously
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet strict deadlines promptly
- Excellent written and verbal communications across internal and external resources and for the development of RFQs, RFPs, and presentations
- Skills in metrics development
- Excel in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and ERP system
- Project management and analytical skills
- Ability to apply professional procurement practices focused on meeting the business challenges and needs of the organization
- Strong pricing analysis, negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Demonstrated track record of high motivation and self-initiative through goals achievement
- Organizational awareness, strategic thinking, and team oriented, with the ability to coach less tenured staff
Company Perks & Benefits:
Our mission at Lee Company is to create an environment where our employees can thrive, and we mean that. Wellness involves your relationships, finances, career, community, as well as physical health. We don’t just talk the talk, we walk the walk. Check out what benefit programs we offer to help our team and family members THRIVE with us!
- We pay 100% of every employee’s long-term disability, life insurance, and fees associated with acquiring and maintaining a trade license
- We offer free trade training and license exam preparation through Lee Company University (LCU), our very own NCCER accredited trade school
- We have a company match program for 401(k) and health savings account contributions
- You earn paid time off and paid holidays for your personal well-being
- You earn rewards for your commitment to wellness and participation in initiatives through our rewards program
- We offer meaningful assistance programs like Chaplain services, an on-site / mobile clinic, and an emergency assistance fund
- We connect you to opportunities to make an impact through volunteering in our communities
- And other benefits such as health insurance, dental, vision, and short-term disability
Lee Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or testing, or family and medical leave.