BSCM - Buyer

Overview

Buckingham Supply Chain Management (BSCM) is a designated central procurement division of Buckingham Companies with efforts to launch best-in-class efficiencies for serving internal customers’ supply chain needs. BSCM is seeking a procurement professional with customer service mindset that is eager to learn in a fast-paced environment. As a Buyer you will be responsible for working closely with our organization to process purchase orders at correct commercial terms and specifications, negotiate materials, equipment, and services from vendors, and monitor purchase orders to ensure on time delivery.

Qualifications

At Buckingham, our standard is to push the standard. We take a customer approach to all projects, big or small. Real estate is an investment and at Buckingham, our biggest investment is our people. Our diverse teams are blended with individuals who foster the company’s entrepreneurial spirit, have unparalleled industry expertise and aren’t afraid to exceed expectations. Our team members are valued and encouraged to explore creativity, to be free-thinkers that bring outside-the-box solutions.We offer the opportunity to build the future. From our branded onboarding and orientation, First Day by Design, you’ll be empowered to seek new challenges, to earn respect and the admiration of others. Recognized as a consecutive year Best Places to Work awardee, we build our future leaders through our professional development programs, paid tuition and certification programs and executive coaching.The qualified candidate will have:

•  Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Economics or related field
• Procurement of construction items/services experience preferred
• 3-5 years of purchasing experience
• Excellent organizational skills
• Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work and succeed in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and forecast procurement activities
• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, and subcontractor services for construction related projects
• Support operations with requisition to purchase order management and material order tracking

• Generate accurate purchase orders and distribute in a timely manner
• Facilitate and manage market request for quotes (RFQs)
• Support in the upkeep of enterprise asset list to ensure local and warranty compliance
• Keeping detailed records and maintaining a well‐organized work schedule

• Dealing effectively with supplier challenges and the flow of materials
• Ensuring compliance with the safety, health and environment requirements of materials and services
• Negotiating favorable commercial terms with suppliers once a contract has been secured
• Develop market knowledge and contracts for products and services
• Willing to work flexible hours, may include some weekends

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