Project Buyer

Job Title

Project Buyer

Job Description

We are seeking a detailed-oriented, thorough, and organized Project Buyer to join our Procurement Project Execution Team. The Project Buyer is responsible for the procurement and subcontracting of 3rd party designed equipment and site installation labor that will be incorporated in our client’s material handling systems for small to very large projects in North America. He/she must be able to work effectively and independently in a dynamic, complex environment. He/she will work closely together with the team of Operational Buyers, Project Buyers, Contract Manager, as well as the Project Team. The position will report to the Group Leader, Project Procurement.

Responsibilities & Tasks:

Implement supply chain strategies for Project Procurement that are consistent with our customers’ business plan (Project Procurement and Subcontractor Strategy)

Support and maintain a Supply Base that builds long-term strategic relationships with key supply partners that provide Vanderlande with a competitive advantage within the material handling system market

Analyze, create, and implement innovative supply opportunities and strategies that enhance the market position and/or profitability on a local and global level

Draft, improve and enforce the use of all contract templates for the legal engagement of installation services, construction subcontractors, equipment suppliers and service level providers in collaboration with Corporate Counsel

Develop and execute the Supply Plan for all 3rd party equipment in the execution phase of a project

Develop RFQs for 3rd party equipment, services and site installation and assess quotes as well as suppliers.

Generate and maintain Purchase Order within JD Edwards

Negotiate proper terms and conditions in addition to total landed cost with suppliers

Attend project meetings and report the status updates of all 3rd party equipment

Support and collaborate with Project Engineering and Execution team to minimize total project risk and cost

Coordinate procurement activities, global strategies, and management system procedures with North America organization

Incorporate work instructions associated with Project Procurement and supervise the archival, sharing and protection of critical project communication documents related to Project Procurement

Execute ethical principles and standards of Procurement practices to comply with all applicable safety, regulatory and quality system requirements

Acting as a mature partner for process improvement in procurement and related processes within a project.

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