Procurement Buyer

Summary:
Buyer at the project site. Prepares subcontract packages and works with construction team to execute.

Responsibilities:
Manages the commercial aspects of the subcontracts from inquiry through award, execution, and closeout of the subcontracts pursuant to established procedures. Is the liaison with Legal regarding Subcontract Terms and Conditions, Project Controls regarding progress and cost forecast, Accounting regarding payment and Engineering regarding the technical content of Subcontract. Negotiates change orders and other commercial oriented matters through closeout. Prepares all Subcontract Reports in accordance with established procedures. Maintains proper files and documentation. Administers Subcontracts in the Field from award to close-out.

Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:
Supervises the daily activities of business support, technical or production staff in an assigned area
Resolves standard and non-standard problems
Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors
Typically does not perform the work being supervised
Has formal supervisory responsibilities
Has in-depth knowledge of work processes and tools within own area
Uses operational and supervisory expertise to solve problems within own area
Interprets customer needs and assesses requirements
Sets day-to-day direction for employees to support business objectives
Works within budget to meet operational objectives set by manager
Resolves routine problems using defined processes and own experience
Coordinates resources to meet short-term objectives
Sets priorities for employees to meet deadlines
Explains difficult issues and obtains agreement as needed
Manages performance of employees through task assignments, ongoing skill assessment and coaching. Typically has 0-3 years relevant experience