Senior Project Buyer

Aston Carter • Minneapolis, MN

1d • $85,000 - $128,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Project Buyer will source and procure materials, equipment, and services for complex construction projects across a variety of industries and project types. This role partners with project teams, vendors, and stakeholders to support quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery. The position is permanent and hybrid, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

The buyer manages purchasing activities from sourcing and negotiation through purchase order administration, delivery monitoring, and issue resolution. The role also supports project management teams with procurement coordination and analysis, communicates purchasing updates, and periodically visits project sites to build relationships and understand field operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• At least 4 years of procurement, purchasing, or project buying experience.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, sourcing, negotiations, and contract administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Customer-focused mindset and ability to support diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced and evolving environments.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials, equipment, and services to achieve best overall value.
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders and purchase agreements.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Monitor procurement activities from order placement through final delivery.
• Resolve supplier issues, including returns, replacements, and quality concerns.
• Maintain vendor relationships and evaluate supplier performance.
• Coordinate and lead procurement meetings with internal teams and external partners.
• Provide procurement support and analytical insights to project management teams.
• Track project purchasing activities and proactively communicate updates.
• Visit project sites periodically to strengthen relationships and understand field operations.
• Support project execution through effective planning, organization, and collaboration.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost (for eligible employees).
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• No-cost mental health tool and concierge with work-life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Gym membership discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior