Construction Materials Buyer

1 week ago

Laredo, United States Ariva Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Description: Construction Materials Buyer

We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Materials Buyer with expertise in construction material  purchasing to join our team. As a Construction Materials Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring construction materials, with a strong focus on construction material, including but not limited to lumber, light fixtures, plumbing, etcetera.

Responsibilities:
  1. Lumber Sourcing: Identify and source high-quality lumber from reliable suppliers, ensuring materials meet required specifications and standards.
  2. Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with lumber suppliers, negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to optimize purchasing agreements.
  3. Market Research: Stay up-to-date with market trends, industry innovations, and pricing fluctuations within the lumber industry. Provide timely insights and recommendations to the management team.
  4. Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, forecast future material requirements, and coordinate timely deliveries to support ongoing construction projects.
  5. Budget Management: Collaborate with project managers and estimators to ensure the procurement process adheres to budgetary constraints, maintaining cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
  6. Quality Control: Perform regular quality checks on delivered materials to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
  7. Documentation and Reporting: Generate accurate reports, maintain purchase records, and update the database with relevant information regarding pricing, lead times, and supplier performance.
  8. Supplier Evaluation: Conduct periodic evaluations of suppliers' performance, assessing their ability to meet quantity, quality, and delivery requirements.

Requirements:
  • Proven experience as a Construction Materials Buyer, preferably with specific expertise in purchasing lumber.
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of construction materials, species, and related specifications.
  • Excellent negotiation and sourcing skills, with a track record of building and managing supplier relationships.
  • Familiarity with construction industry regulations and standards.
  • Strong analytical skills to review market trends, pricing, and supplier performance.
  • Proficiency in utilizing purchase order management systems and other relevant software.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
  • Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Physical stamina to occasionally visit suppliers and construction sites, as required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.

Life at Ariva Group:

We have been in business for over 30 years with a proven track record of stability and continued growth. We bring our best assets (our employees) together to create exceptional products and services, and afford you a wonderful work-life balance

Here are the great benefits we offer:

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Term Life and Accident Insurance
  • Short-term Disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 401k with a company match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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