Senior Buyer/Planner

Job Purpose:  Provide comprehensive procurement services for the company including sourcing, negotiating and buying of goods, materials and services to meet the company’s operational requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate and obtain the best value for all purchased goods through competent execution of the following responsibilities:
   1. Determine supply sources, purchase quantities, and delivery schedules for material and service requirements.
   2. Negotiate lowest possible cost for materials and services from qualified vendors.
   3. Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and price, obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items, and obtaining approval from appropriate department or individual.
   4. Verify purchase requisitions by comparing items requested, clarifying discrepancies, and recommending alternatives.
   5. Enter demand for manufacturing orders for Company manufactured goods.
   6. Authorize payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
   7. Negotiate the return of rejected materials, equipment or other related items to vendors.
   8. Produce and publish Bill of Materials (BOM) and detailed steel barlist from project drawings detailing required construction materials and equipment to construct each project including Purchase and Manufacturing Orders.
   9. Advise the Procurement Manager of any economic conditions or changes that will affect the company’s long and short term interests.
   10. Keep information accessible by sorting, filing, and populating documents to the server.
   11. Ensure company purchasing policies and procedures are followed.
   12. Obtain material and service quotes for project bids.

2. Professional Conduct/Development:
   1. Build professional and technical knowledge through continuing education including reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies and educational workshops at the direction of the department manager
   2. Maintain and enhance the Company’s image through personal demeanor and methods of conducting business.
   3. Visit suppliers to build/maintain professional relationships and develop supply chain relationships at the direction of the department manager.

3. Leadership Responsibilities:
   1. Assist with operations of the department such as training, workflow assistance, active participation in meetings, and updating department policies, procedures, and documents as directed by the department manager.
   2. Discuss any known department work product issues with the department manager and recommend solutions

4. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Requirements:

• Demonstrates leadership characteristics and ability
• High motivation level and strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.A. in Business or Construction Management or 10 years experience in Procurement with a minimum of 1 year experience in municipal work or construction industry.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in use of Procurement and Inventory software 
• CPSM certification 
• Strong technical or market knowledge of construction materials; particularly, steel rebar, concrete and lumber.
• Proficient in Excel
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office
• Occasional travel will be required
• Extended hours will be required as necessary to meet deadlines

EEO Statement: CROM, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer who may provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. EEO/VETS/DISABILITY