Field Buyer
Company: Matrix Service Company
Location: Emporia
Posted on: January 26, 2025
Job Description:
DescriptionJob Summary
The Field Buyer is responsible for supplier interaction, sourcing
and procuring all materials, bulks, tools, consumables, safety
supplies, etc., in support of Operations. This position will also
include the oversight of frame agreements with strategic suppliers.
The project is located in Emporia, Virginia.
Essential Functions
- Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its
"Core Values".
- Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards
while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and
Ethics".
- Provide subject matter expertise to monitor and track commodity
pricing levels specific to budgeted spend and understand the
industry of suppliers and materials identified for
procurement.
- Monitor, communicate, and respond to changing market conditions
and price trends to maximize leverage and minimize risk.
- Monitor new trends in purchasing; recommend new ideas and
trends to management.
- Foster supplier relationships, beginning with sourcing,
developing, and vetting suppliers and ending with monitoring of
supplier performance.
- Leverage and drive the Company's position as Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) to obtain OEM pricing with
manufacturers.
- Assist in achieving financial targets and cost-reduction
initiatives, including savings targets.
- Ensure use of framework agreements and preferred supplier
agreements.
- Lead and support proposal efforts by soliciting qualified bids
from material suppliers.
- When required, coordinate with field operations to assure
appropriate field receiving and material management timing and
requirements.
- Process project Bills of Material, source, negotiate prices,
place purchase orders, expedite delivery, and maintain good
supplier relations, all while meeting production schedule
requirements.
- Interface between suppliers and various internal departments to
resolve issues, invoice problems, material specification questions,
variances, etc., as required.
- Ensure purchase orders list complete material/service
specifications, as listed on Bills of Material, Engineering
drawings, AMLs, and other source documents.
- Maximize saving in all aspects of purchasing.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
- 2-year degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
preferred.
- 4+ years' experience in manufacturing purchasing, preferably in
construction/industrial area.
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified
Purchasing Manager (C.P.M) preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of Purchasing practices and
procedures, as well as strong knowledge of industrial materials and
associated supplier base.
- Strong negotiation, decision-making, and communication skills,
both verbal and written.
- Ability to read prints and pull materials from prints.
- Knowledge of API, ASME, and ASTM code.
- Ability to work well in a very fast pace and demanding
purchasing environment.
- Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail with excellent analytical and
organizational skills.
- Practical problem solving and trouble-shooting skills.
- Strong computer knowledge, including MS Excel, Word, Outlook,
Access, and material management software.
- Occasional overtime and willingness to travel as
needed/required.
Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package,
including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible
employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D
insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with
company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust
wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also
be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a
performance or safety bonus program.
At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and
authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with
the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our
organization.
EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual
orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital
status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected
characteristic or category.
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Keywords: Matrix Service Company, Suffolk , Field Buyer, Other , Emporia, Virginia
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