In this role, you will be responsible for managing material procurement for construction projects. This role involves taking project estimates, developing a comprehensive bill of materials, creating and maintaining a purchase log, and ensuring materials are procured in a timely and cost-effective manner. The Purchase Specialist works closely with estimators, project managers, and vendors to optimize procurement processes and ensure seamless project execution.
- Purchase order administration/file maintenance
- Analyze project estimates and develop an accurate bill of materials (BOM).
- Create and maintain a purchase log for each project, tracking material procurement progress.
- Source and procure materials, ensuring alignment with project specifications and budget constraints.
- Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors and suppliers to optimize cost savings.
- Coordinate with vendors to confirm lead times, availability, and delivery schedules.
- Track material orders and proactively address potential delays to avoid project disruptions.
- Ensure materials are delivered to the correct location in coordination with the project schedule.
- Work closely with project managers and estimators to verify material requirements.
- Communicate procurement schedules and potential risks to project teams.
- Maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors to ensure reliable supply chains.
- Resolve material discrepancies, shortages, and quality concerns with suppliers.
- Monitor and manage procurement costs to align with project budgets.
- Maintain organized records of purchase orders, delivery receipts, and invoices.
- Travel as required.
- Other duties which may be assigned as needed.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience. Equivalent related experience is defined as having five to ten years of either procurement or engineering experience while assigned to a construction project “in the field”.
To thrive in this role, you'll need:
- Good communication skills including verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of basic business principles such as contract language, bonds, insurance certificates, commercial terms and conditions, logistics and freight terms.
At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.
Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace.
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