Senior Buyer - (Engineering & Construction) - Kansas City, MO

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects. Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients. About this Role Location: 4770 N Belleview Ave, Kansas City, Missouri 64116 EnergyLink, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Senior Buyer to play a critical role across the full procurement lifecycle—sourcing, negotiating, and delivering essential materials and equipment that keep complex energy and infrastructure projects on schedule. This role requires demonstrated procurement experience within Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) environments, with the ability to collaborate closely with engineering, project management, and construction teams to support successful project execution. As a senior member of the supply chain organization, you will move beyond transactional purchasing to lead strategic procurement initiatives, manage key supplier partnerships, and drive cost, schedule, and quality performance across large-scale capital projects. This is more than purchasing—it is hands-on supply chain leadership within mission-critical EPC delivery. Join a forward-thinking team powering major energy and infrastructure developments while shaping procurement strategy at scale.

Requirements

Senior Buyer: 10+ years of experience with increasing responsibility in strategic procurement and supplier management.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, finance, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Strong Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel).
Experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, etc.).
Negotiation, planning, and problem-solving skills that grow in complexity by level.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong business acumen, organization, and decision-making ability.
Willingness to travel up to 25%; valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Supply chain certifications (APICS, CPP, CPIM, CSCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Support or lead (based on level) purchasing activities for key project materials and equipment—from planning and sourcing to order execution and delivery.
Build and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, compliance, and performance; negotiate favorable terms and pricing.
Coordinate logistics strategies to deliver materials on time and within budget.
Act as the main liaison between internal teams and suppliers, providing clear communication and updates.
Identify risks and propose solutions, such as alternate sourcing or expediting.
Use ERP systems to track procurement data, monitor inventory needs, and ensure accuracy.
Resolve supplier or delivery issues, collaborating with internal stakeholders to maintain project momentum.
Contribute to strategic sourcing efforts, including RFx execution, cost analysis, and supplier performance reviews.
Partner cross-functionally with project management, planning, and quality teams to align purchasing with project and business goals.
Lead high-value negotiations, mentor junior buyers, and influence broader sourcing strategies.