Purchasing Specialist

CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since 1956. We have established a strong reputation within our markets by executing projects on time and within budget while adhering to strict quality control and safety measures. We have the people, equipment, construction materials, experience, and bonding capacity to complete most any size project.

We offer comprehensive design phase and construction phase services under all delivery and contractual methods, including construction management, general contracting, design-build, and design-assist. In addition, we offer self-perform construction services including concrete, steel erection, carpentry, drywall and acoustical ceilings and an in-house AWI Certified mill shop.

We are always looking for talent in the areas of engineering and construction management positions. Check out our website to learn more and apply today!

Job Description:

Position Summary:

Purchase and coordinate receipt, storage, documentation, and expediting of construction materials and tools to support jobsite and company needs. Responsible for bid package leveling, and award along with issuing lump sum and unit price purchase orders. Coordinate material purchases for the Mill Shop and SPG (Self-Perform Group).

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Develop bid packages or RFP specifications to facilitate accurate and useful vendor proposal submissions.
• Develop procurement strategies to optimize costs.
• Purchase consumable field supplies for all projects.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance.
• Develop bid packages and solicit pricing for bulk purchasing materials.
• Prepare written RFP's or obtain verbal quotes for vendor supplied items and subcontracts in compliance with requisitions and /or specifications.
• Receive vendor bids, evaluate bids considering price, delivery date, past performance of vendor, etc. to determine successful bidder.
• Prepare all required documentation for each purchase order.
• Establish / maintain working relationships and communication with vendors. Meet with sales and vendor representatives as required.
• Coordinate and arrange for delivery of purchased materials to job sites as required.
• Assist in the emergency deliveries of tools and materials to company job sites as required.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
• Responsible for Purchase Orders and Master Service Agreements as required by projects.(i.e. Cranes, Hydro Vac, & GPRS)
• Responsible for Unit Pricing Procurement and Purchase Orders for SPG..(i.e. D9 & D3 materials)
• Assist with purchasing responsibilities for the Mill Shop, as requested by the Mill Shop Manager.
• Assist with capital expenditure equipment related purchasing.
• Assist with tracking and invoices of company equipment to 3rd party contractors.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of assigned discipline, project engineering and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems essential to construction
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including SharePoint, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.
• Must have excellent listening skills
• Must have excellent organization skills
• Must be able to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently
• Must have the ability to make decisions with limited supervision
• Must be able to work well with others

education and experience:

Four year technical or business degree or equivalent combinations of education and procurement experiences. Minimum three years construction purchasing experience. Working knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures, policies, accounting, and business contract laws preferred. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.