Search jobs > Columbia, SC > Temporary > Columbia sc

Buyer - Columbia, SC Area

Lane Construction Corporation
Columbia, South Carolina Area, US
Full-time

The Lane Construction Corporation is one of America’s leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure.

For nearly 130 years, it has contributed to the development of the country’s vast network of roads, highways, and bridges, including the Interstate Highway System.

Lane also specializes in tunnels, metro and railway systems, as well as airports and water and wastewater treatment plants

The Buyer is responsible for the sourcing process of the products assigned up to the contract negotiation. The ideal candidate will manage the supplier relationship driving the bid list in accordance to the set strategy.

Responsibilities including but not limited to :

  • Prepare purchase requests for quotation by approved suppliers on the vendor list.
  • Research identify & qualify an approved list of supplier’s vendor list.
  • Define & manage list of suppliers within the vendor list ensuring compliance approval with set procedures.
  • Analyze / assess and negotiate offers received from suppliers ensuring commercial verification.
  • Coordinate with technical department to assess supplier proposals.
  • Prepare a summary of final bid recommendation to be communicated with the requesting business unit.
  • Draft terms & conditions of the contracts / purchase orders in coordination with legal & contract team.
  • Manage the relationship with the supplier in accordance to internal governance & compliance requirements.
  • Perform internal & external bench mark analysis on products and market intelligence on the supply base.
  • Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, business administration or related field required
  • Master’s degree in Engineering / MBA or related field is preferred.
  • 1-5 years of experience in similar role.
  • Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques.
  • Background experience conducting research & market analysis
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and networking skills;
  • Experience in collecting and analyzing data;
  • Proficient with Microsoft products suite (excel / powerpoint / access).
  • A team player with flexible and results orientated can do approach.
  • 9 days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Soliant
Columbia, South Carolina

Collaborative and supportive work environment within a progressive school district. ...

Promoted
Stone Press Financial Group
Columbia, South Carolina

At Stone Press Financial Group, you become part of a select group of advisors who value a disciplined environment and hold themselves to the highest standards of excellence. ...

Promoted
Bank of America Corporation
Columbia, South Carolina

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection.Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.One of the keys to driving Responsible Gr...

Lane Construction Corporation
Columbia, South Carolina

The Buyer is responsible for the sourcing process of the products assigned up to the contract negotiation. ...

Lendmark Financial Services
Columbia, South Carolina

The role of a Direct Auto Area Sales Manager is to manage the operational and direct auto purchase sales processes of a specific metropolitan region. The Direct Auto Area Sales Manager is also responsible for direct impact to improve direct auto lending by actively seeking new vendors to join Lendma...

Bank of America
Columbia, South Carolina

This job is responsible for providing comprehensive financial solutions to small businesses with annual revenues up to $5 million while actively managing and deepening relationships with high value and opportunity clients.Key responsibilities include supporting growth of the profitability of the sma...

Stone Press Financial Group
Columbia, South Carolina

At Stone Press Financial Group, you become part of a select group of advisors who value a disciplined environment and hold themselves to the highest standards of excellence. Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Life insurance Weekly schedule: Monday to Friday Work setting: Office Remote Location: South...

Landmark Construction
Blythewood, South Carolina

Equipment Operator - Grading - Columbia SC Area. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from the employees day-to-day performance. This job description covers the principal duties and responsibil...

Lendmark Financial Services, LLC
Columbia, South Carolina

The role of a Direct Auto Area Sales Manager is to manage the operational and direct auto purchase sales processes of a specific metropolitan region. The Direct Auto Area Sales Manager is also responsible for direct impact to improve direct auto lending by actively seeking new vendors to join Lendma...

Amazon.com Services LLC
West Columbia, South Carolina

Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays. Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering (RME) is hiring for Area Maintenance Managers!. The Area Maintenance Manager will lead a team of facilities associates and ensure a safe working environment for all. If yo...