What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Buyer position at Harris?
The purpose of your role as a Senior Buyer
As a Senior Buyer, you will manage the end-to-end purchasing cycle of components (Pipe, Valves, Fittings, Hangers, Ducting, Equipment and controls large mechanical construction projects), which includes planning & executing purchase orders, and determining transport for these orders on/off the job site. You will ensure equipment & materials land at the lowest total cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need. In addition, you will drive purchasing best in class practices across the team, within the company and into the supply base. This role will be accountable for driving supplier relationships that lead to the development of additional value, improved operational efficiencies, and long-term cost avoidance.
What We're Looking For In You
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits Compensation
Pay Range: $67,852 - $101,779 annually
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
As a Senior Buyer, you will manage the end-to-end purchasing cycle of components (Pipe, Valves, Fittings, Hangers, Ducting, Equipment and controls large mechanical construction projects), which includes planning & executing purchase orders, and determining transport for these orders on/off the job site. You will ensure equipment & materials land at the lowest total cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need. In addition, you will drive purchasing best in class practices across the team, within the company and into the supply base. This role will be accountable for driving supplier relationships that lead to the development of additional value, improved operational efficiencies, and long-term cost avoidance.
What We're Looking For In You
- Bachelors degree required in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related, or equivalent years of experience
- Proficient with Microsoft Office – advanced excel skills
- 7 years of sourcing and vendor management experience
- 7 years of material/equipment purchasing and expediting experience in the construction industry
- 7 years of experience understanding of organizational purchasing/procurement processes and procedures
- Knowledge of procurement/vendor inspection techniques and requirements
- Strong negotiation skills
- Knowledge of the construction industry and HVAC mechanical systems
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits Compensation
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401K with company match
- Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
- Paid Parental leave
- Short-Term Incentive Plan
Pay Range: $67,852 - $101,779 annually
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Salary : $67,852 - $101,779
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