Buyer - HVAC & Plumbing

Williams Plumbing / Williams Civil Construction•Belgrade, MT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Williams Plumbing is seeking an organized and proactive purchasing professional to manage purchasing and material coordination across their operations. The Buyer will work closely with vendors, warehouse and field teams, and management to negotiate pricing, manage purchase orders and deliveries, and ensure the right materials are available at the right time and cost. Williams is the Northwest's largest plumbing contractor, known for delivering plumbing systems for complex buildings like hospitals, restaurants, and custom homes. Located in Belgrade, Montana, the company offers the opportunity to work on exceptional projects while enjoying outdoor activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably within the mechanical contracting, construction, HVAC, and/or plumbing industry.
Knowledge of construction/trade materials and supply chain processes.
Experience managing a high volume of purchase orders and competing deadlines.
Understanding of shipping, freight, logistics, lead times, invoicing, and job costing.
Proficiency with procurement software and Microsoft Office.
Strong organization, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

Manage purchasing of materials and supplies, including purchase orders from creation through completion.
Build vendor relationships and negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
Coordinate deliveries with vendors, warehouse staff, field teams, and project stakeholders.
Track purchases, costs, delivery dates, invoices, and other procurement documentation.
Manage material returns and related vendor credits and paperwork.
Support inventory billing, invoice reconciliation, and job costing.
Monitor material pricing, availability, lead times, freight costs, and market trends.
Research new materials, tools, and equipment for performance, reliability, safety, and cost.
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing and warehousing processes.

Benefits

Competitive Wage ($65,000 DOE)
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Medical Insurance: Choose from 3 affordable plans (including HSA and FSA options)
HSA Employer Contribution: $600 for individuals, $1,200 for families (HDHP HSA plan)
Telemedicine
Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Employer Match: Up to 8% (based on company profitability)
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Accident, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
6 Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, financial planning, legal guidance, and more
Williams Academy: In-person training, 60+ online courses, and ongoing professional development
Referral Bonuses
Pet Insurance
Company Events: Archery Tournament, Golf Tournament & more!
Perks include discounted gym memberships and savings on dog daycare and boarding
Live & Work in the "Last Best Place": Enjoy the beauty and adventure of Montana!