Purchasing Supervisor, Mega Projects

ACCO Engineered Systems•Sparks, NV

About The Position

The Purchasing Supervisor oversees daily purchasing operations, serving as a Buyer, providing project or internal support, and supervising a team of Buyers. The role implements purchasing strategies to provide materials and services that meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, and pricing. It involves routine interaction with the team and internal customers and ensuring staff provide a turnkey procurement solution for their assigned responsibilities. The supervisor directly leads Buyers supporting a project or internal function. The role also maintains supplier relationships, monitors market conditions and pricing, supports cost reduction, and develops reports to manage suppliers and staff. Regular and routine attendance is required. Travel is 0–5% between the primary office and regional branch offices.

Requirements

High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
At least 2 years of related work experience in the materials and production field.
Knowledge of Supply Chain Management practices.
Proficiency in subcontract issuance, HVAC equipment, PVF and fire sprinkler, plumbing and process, site utilities, field technician support, commodities and job site support, invoice processing, and Bidtracer.
Proficient-plus level ability with MS Excel and MS Word.
Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
Strong verbal communication and listening skills, in person and over the phone.
Ability to work effectively and professionally in a team environment.
Strong business writing skills, including proper grammar and terminology.
Ability to demonstrate high customer service skills and organize large amounts of information.
Goal-oriented approach and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to multitask and maintain regular, routine attendance.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms regularly; sit and talk or hear frequently; and climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl occasionally.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the industry is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of Buyers providing project or internal support.
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training new team members.
Collaborate with Buyers daily to ensure tasks are completed on time.
Identify issues and offer solutions to the Purchasing Manager and/or Director.
Review non-union subcontract requests, bonds, and subcontract redlines and negotiations.
Resolve billing disputes between Project Managers and suppliers, escalating to Sales and Purchasing leadership as needed.
Manage processes to mitigate delays and notify suppliers of their cost-related responsibilities when supplier-caused issues arise.
Maintain knowledge of market conditions affecting pricing, service, and known product issues.
Update and maintain the unit cost pricing database with Buyers or as assigned by the Director.
Identify potential cost reductions and analyze the impact of pricing changes for goods and services.
Track costs by unit of measurement and evaluate market trends.
Develop and maintain reports needed to manage suppliers and staff.
Develop and maintain vendor relationships.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.