Assistant Capital Buyer- Construction Services

Assistant Capital Buyer- Construction Services

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client's vision.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking an Assistant Capital Buyer to work on large-scale purchasing efforts for Architect/Engineering and Construction services. This is a hybrid role. Assistant Capital Buyer would need to be in the office 2-3 days per week and could work offsite the remaining days.

Work involves being responsible for setting up agreements and contracts for vendors from start to finish, including frequent contact with county departments and officials and frequent contact with Project Managers. Supervision is an aspect of this role, coordination may be required over purchases being handled by more than one staff member. Work is performed independently within established policies, procedures, and purchasing regulations, and is reviewed by superiors through conferences and reports.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing specifications; help tabulates bids; recommend vendors to be awarded a contract.
• Reviews requisitions; solicits both verbal and written quotations.
• Processes purchase orders and change orders.
• Expedites orders; confers with using agencies and officials.
• Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports.
• Performs related work as required.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

Knowledge and understanding of typical industry approved purchasing methods desired. Knowledge and understanding of sources of supply and of market and price trends. Ability to meet and negotiate with agencies and vendors. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Education: High school diploma, preferably supplemented by completion of some college-level courses in business administration; and some experience in the purchasing of a variety of supplies, materials, and equipment is desired.