Career Opportunities: Senior Buyer - Tampa, FL (11653)

Lane Construction Corporation • Cheshire, CT

44d • Onsite

About The Position

Lane Construction is one of America's leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country's transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges. Position will work fully onsite Monday - Friday at project office in Tampa, FL. The Senior buyer is responsible for managing the activities of commercial and contractual negotiation with identified/approved suppliers list to ensure cost efficiency and collaborates with internal stakeholders to support operational and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, business administration or related field.
• 4 -6 years of experience in similar role.
• Experience in selection/development & management of supply base & contractual terms.
• Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques.
• Background experience conducting research & market analysis
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and networking skills;
• nowledge of supplier or third-party management software;
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data;
• Proficient with Microsoft products and ERP systems, JDE preferred.
• A team player with flexible and results-orientated approach

Responsibilities

• Coordination with buyers within assigned Business Unit to ensure consistent implementation of the set strategy.
• Define suppliers list.
• Prepare of requests for quotation to be submitted to suppliers list.
• Analyzing bid received to ensure technical verification by the requesting department.
• Support the procurement manager in the negotiation & management of set agreements.
• Assist the procurement manager in preparation of procurement plans.
• Assist in the analyze of current procedures to identify critical issues and mitigate risk.
• Managing economic and contractual negotiations of orders and associated purchasing terms and conditions
• Mentors junior buyers and contributes to process improvement initiatives within the procurement function.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry.
• Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees