Construction Procurement Specialist / Buyer - Materials & Equipment

Position Summary:

Responsible for the end-to-end procurement of construction materials, heavy equipment, and tools for infrastructure and building projects. Ensures adherence to technical specifications, compliance with project budgets, and alignment with construction schedules. Interfaces with engineering, planning, project management, and suppliers to maintain efficient material flow and optimize procurement strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Material & Equipment Sourcing:
  Source structural, architectural, mechanical, and finishing materials, as well as construction equipment (e.g., rebar, formwork systems, aggregates, concrete additives, scaffolding, HVAC units, generators, etc.) according to design and project requirements.

• Technical Evaluation:
  Analyze technical submittals, datasheets, and material compliance to project specifications and national/international construction standards (e.g., ASTM, ACI, ISO).

• Supplier Prequalification:
  Assess and prequalify vendors based on financial stability, production capacity, compliance history, QA/QC certifications (ISO 9001, ASME, etc.), and past project performance.

• Procurement Process Management:
  Prepare RFQs/RFPs, perform commercial and technical bid evaluations (TBE/CBE), lead procurement negotiations, and finalize procurement contracts or purchase orders (POs) with suppliers.

• Cost & Budget Control:
  Monitor pricing trends in raw materials (steel, cement, etc.) and lead cost benchmarking to ensure competitiveness. Support value engineering alternatives and cost-saving initiatives.

• Logistics & Delivery Coordination:
  Work with logistics and warehouse teams to track shipments (INCOTERMS, customs requirements), coordinate deliveries to construction sites, and mitigate delays.

• Stakeholder Interface:
  Collaborate with project managers, site engineers, and planners to align material deliveries with construction sequences and Just-In-Time (JIT) schedules.

• Risk & Compliance Management:
  Ensure adherence to internal procurement policies, ethical sourcing practices, anti-bribery laws, and environmental regulations (LEED, local codes).

Requirements:

• Education:
  Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.

• Experience:
  Minimum 3–5 years in procurement within the construction industry, with direct experience in high-value project environments (residential, commercial, industrial or infrastructure works).

• Technical Skills:

  • Deep understanding of construction materials and technical specifications.

  • Knowledge of construction equipment lifecycles and maintenance requirements.

  • Proficiency in reading construction drawings, BoQs, and technical submittals.

  • Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP MM, Oracle, Procore, or similar).

  • Ability to conduct technical & commercial bid analysis.

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
  • High attention to detail and analytical mindset.
  • Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple project timelines.
  • Effective communication with technical and non-technical teams.

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