Buyer/Purchasing Agent

Prime Metal Buildings is looking for an experienced Buyer/Purchasing Agent to join our growing team in Dublin, Texas. This person will help plan and develop approved steel suppliers, prepare requests for quotes with steel mills and service centers, review proposals and order material. They will also maintain stock levels for raw steel, expedite deliveries, and track market trends. The Buyer/Purchasing Agent is responsible for supplier management to ensure materials are received with proper specifications and tolerances while adhering to project schedules and budgets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mathematical background, including an understanding of theoretical math as it applies to steel purchasing, tolerances, and material optimization, along with strong negotiating skills to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop Request for Quotes (RFQ) to Steel Suppliers; review proposals and ensure all terms and conditions are met.
• Negotiate pricing and create purchase orders to maintain stock levels for raw material; leverage strong negotiation skills to secure optimal pricing, lead times, and contract terms with suppliers.
• Understand market trends and monitor costs to keep projects within budget.
• Help establish and coordinate new vendors of raw steel.
• Manage suppliers for quality and on time delivery.
• Track usage and raw steel needs based on upcoming projects and fabrication schedules.
• Plan and schedule delivery requirements associated with manufacturing jobs.
• Interpret engineered plate summary reports to establish raw steel needs.
• Apply mathematical and analytical skills to evaluate steel tolerances, yield efficiencies, and material specifications.
• Provide information to support internal quoting activity with cost and lead times.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and proficiency with MS Office programs.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Purchasing Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Self starter requiring minimum supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret plate summary reports and mill test reports.
• Knowledge of typical PC/business software applications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Organized, able to prioritize work, accurately perform duties and pay close attention to detail.
• Work under pressure, relate to others, and maintain flexibility with fabrication schedules.
• Prior steel, metal building or purchasing knowledge is a plus.
• Strong mathematical background, including an understanding of theoretical math as it relates to material calculations, steel tolerances, and cost optimization.
• Demonstrated strong negotiation skills with the ability to effectively manage supplier relationships and secure competitive agreements.

COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; meets commitments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or alerts appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgement; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision making process; makes timely decisions.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

SALARY

Salary: $50,000/yr; negotiable based on qualifications and experience.

BENEFITS

Full health insurance policy 100% covered by Prime; 50% matching 401(k) package; $25,000 life insurance policy. Comprehensive dental, vision and supplemental life insurance options available. PTO available after 6 months; 7 paid holidays.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Employees choose from several medical coverage options. Prime offers one 100% employer- covered health plan for employees and covers a generous amount of the cost of other plans, making the monthly amount employees pay for medical coverage for themselves and their families competitively affordable. Comprehensive dental and vision plans are available.

Prime helps you save for retirement through our 401(K) plan with pre-tax contributions. We offer 50% matching contributions up to $2,500 per year. Employees can choose health plans that include Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.

Employees receive a discount on products sold by Prime as well as discounts on everyday products and services that add up to a lifetime of savings through our member savings platform, LifeMart.

Employees have 7 paid holidays per year plus PTO available after 1 year.

EEO STATEMENT

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.