Procurement Specialist

Essential Functions:

• Order & Schedule Management: Track material delivery dates against the construction schedule; proactively identify and flag potential delays to the Procurement Manager and project team.
• Procurement Support: Administer the request for proposal (RFP) process, including organizing bid packages, tracking supplier responses, assisting with proposal pricing comparisons and supplier selection recommendations.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Participate in weekly procurement meetings with internal teams and suppliers; assist with meeting minutes and action item tracking.
• Vendor Relations: Act as a day-to-day point of contact for suppliers regarding material orders and issues requiring resolution.
• Contract Administration: Assist in drafting, assembling, and organizing material purchase agreements and change orders for management review.
• Data Integrity: Maintain accurate pricing data and lead time information in procurement tools/software to support preconstruction efforts.
• Technical Verification: Cross-reference material quotes and purchase orders against project drawings and specifications to ensure order accuracy.
• Budget Tracking: Monitor material spend against specific cost codes and assist in preparing monthly variance reports.
• Site Support: Support the onsite team with ongoing material needs and supplier issues, including quality issues and ensuring delivery of material on a timely basis.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or construction coordination.
• Possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office and willingness to learn project management software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills possessing the ability to interact with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to identify potential delays or issues in the supply chain and escalate them to management promptly.
• Ability to perform under schedule restraints.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Working Conditions:

• Approximately 10-15% travel to national project sites as needed.
• Construction site environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Exposed to high noise levels.
• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary / Hourly Rate
• Opportunities for advancement
• On-the-job training and mentorship
• Performance bonuses
• Overtime opportunities
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid time off (PTO), vacation days, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)