Category Buyer I or II (Metals)

CEI Services•Fargo, ND

7d•$70,000 - $103,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Category Buyer I or II is responsible for leading and acting as the point of contact for end-to-end purchasing life cycle of materials including planning and executing purchase orders, determining transport for these orders on/off job site, executing agreements, expediting material and resolving quality and invoice issues. This position will ensure materials are purchased at the lowest total cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need. The Category Buyer partners with the Category team to build and leverage category strategies and manage supplier performance. Responsible for tactical purchasing activities of assigned commodities while establishing and maintaining excellent vendor and internal customer relationships. Follows, improves, and maintains processes and systems utilized by the company to perform buying related tasks and functions. Company Overview: MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor). We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry. The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
One+ years related experience in purchasing, planning or a related Supply Chain function (for Category Buyer I)
Three+ years related experience in purchasing, planning or a related Supply Chain function (for Category Buyer II)
Experience within construction industries preferred
Knowledge of construction processes, materials, purchasing processes and procedures
Data analysis and problem-solving skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite
Ability to be accurate, precise and follow set procedures and standards
Collaboration, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel up to 25%
Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies and terms and conditions with each supplier and the commodity markets for which you support (for Category Buyer II)
Ability to work independently with skills in sound judgement, critical thinking excellent business judgement and strategic thinking (for Category Buyer II)
Knowledge of materials, purchasing processes and procedures (for Category Buyer II)
Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal and communication skills (for Category Buyer II)
Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills (for Category Buyer II)
Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical documents (for Category Buyer II)
Excellent collaboration and written and verbal communication skills (for Category Buyer II)
Ability to interact professionally with all levels within the organization and with clients and suppliers (for Category Buyer II)

Responsibilities

Develop plans, generate, adjust and expedite purchase orders based upon requisitions, project insights, interpretation of drawing take-offs, billing of materials (BOM), and inventory strategies
Lead initiatives to expedite tracking and monitoring of purchase orders in the most efficient and effective manner, keeping informed and mitigating any problems and delays, while communicating any impacts or constraints to the Planner and Project Manager
Distribute and facilitate day to day communication with suppliers to ensure on time delivery, system data integrity and ordering parameters for individual materials
Communicate site access maps to suppliers along with all relevant transport and communication information to suppliers
Ensure suppliers are in compliance with safety, quality, and performance requirements
Build strong knowledge of assigned category, inclusive of manufacturing process, key supplier capabilities, pricing, and should cost models
Keep abreast of new and emerging technologies related to Procurement practices and assigned category
Review spend trends and market projections to support sourcing decisions and maintain competitiveness for assigned commodities
Facilitate meetings internally and externally to manage, track, and expedite orders
Maintain clear communication channels with internal stakeholders regarding deviation from best practices if project delivery dates are at risk of being compromised or delayed
Verify requisition data and resolve discrepancies through detailed communication with requisitioners and suppliers
Participate in vendor negotiations and identify deviations from standard contract terms
Coordinate with internal stakeholders including legal, commercial services, permitting, insurance, accounting, and preconstruction to ensure contract compliance and proper documentation
Own purchase order book by ensuring data cleanliness, completeness, and reliability of data from requisition to payment of invoice
Oversee vendor submittals related to materials and ensure the processes are being followed in a timely manner and resolve issues as they arise
Provide input to Project Scheduling team for project schedules, including vendor submittal lead times, applicable material lead times, and any changes in schedule for executed purchase orders
Participate in regular business reviews with suppliers to review performance including safety, quality, timeliness, and competitiveness
Maintain procurement data, support KPI reporting, and assist with project closeout and administrative procurement activities
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

Compensation $70,000 - $103,000 / year
Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management
Telehealth Coverage
Prescription Drug Plan
Pet Insurance
Weight Management Drug Discount
Discounted National Gym Membership Network
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
Accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance
Accident coverage
Critical illness coverage
Hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan