Sr. Buyer

Senior Buyer

About PURIS

PURIS operates across North America as the largest independent trenchless rehabilitation provider with 900 employees dedicated to building lasting infrastructure with smart, sustainable resource management. The PURIS Family of Companies provide trenchless renewal solutions in the water, wastewater, and stormwater markets. Our environmentally friendly solutions work within the existing infrastructure to save time, minimize environmental impact, and cause fewer community disruptions. With an unrivaled toolbox of technologies, PURIS has the RIGHT solution for each project.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated, team oriented, driven, and efficient Senior Buyer to join the PURIS Team. This role entails working in partnership with our Operations, Fleet, and Procurement teams. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for evaluating requirements and procuring material to support the needs of the business.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Prepare accurate RFQ’s and solicits bids for materials and services.
• Issue purchase orders and confirm order acknowledgment from suppliers.
• Provide consistent and timely updates for any changes related to PO delivery dates.
• Consistently monitor and manage supplier performance as it relates to quality and service.
• Actively address and resolve any deviations or invoice related issues.
• Maintain consistent communication with internal customers to ensure accurate planning, scheduling, receiving, accounting, inspection, etc.
• Determine and initiate follow through on the appropriate action to resolve various issues that may arise during the project or purchasing process.
• Work with existing suppliers and develop new sources to secure materials and services to best fit project needs.
• Review supplier quotes and negotiate terms in order to achieve the best overall value while maintaining quality.
• Communicate any instances of non-conformances to suppliers.
• Complete special projects as necessary.
  
  

Qualifications

• 4 years of Buyer or Purchasing experience within the construction, manufacturing, or related industry.
• Proficient with Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to generate advanced reports using Excel and other related software’s
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as Acumatica, Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, or related software.
• Experience with inventory management and utilizing inventory planning software.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration or related discipline (Preferred).
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with peers, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and professionalism when interacting with internal and external personnel.
  
  

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes medical/Rx, dental, vision, critical illness and accident insurance, and short-term disability.
• Several 100% company-paid benefits including:
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Bonus program
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Generous PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
  

PURIS and our Family of Companies are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.