What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Procurement Specialist position at The Kearney Companies, LLC?
Description
The Kearney Companies, established in 1956, is a family-owned business that specializes in all facets of sitework. Our expertise includes site clearing, excavation, and various utility installations, ensuring high-quality infrastructure development for our clients.
The Materials Procurement Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of construction materials for heavy civil infrastructure projects such as large-scale residential projects, roadways, and commercial/industrial projects. This position requires industry knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with suppliers, project teams, and field operations to maintain project schedules and budgets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement plans aligned with project timelines and budgets.
- Source and evaluate suppliers for construction materials including aggregates, concrete, steel, piping, geotextiles, and other civil infrastructure components.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors in order to schedule daily tasks efficiently.
- Monitor vendor performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, or compliance.
- Coordinate delivery schedules to ensure materials arrive on-site as needed.
- Work with logistics teams to optimize transportation and storage solutions.
- Track inventory levels and forecast future material needs.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier communications.
- Provide regular updates on procurement status and potential risks to project timelines.
Requirements
If you are ready to take your procurement expertise to the next level and contribute to impactful construction projects, we invite you to apply today at The Kearney Companies!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
