Senior Buyer – Gas Power Generation

Blattner

. Manage the end-to-end purchasing cycle for key materials and equipment .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $83,109 - $120,508 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the end-to-end purchasing cycle, including strategic sourcing, vendor management, and inventory analysis. Proficient in utilizing MRP/ERP systems and Microsoft Office to drive purchasing best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

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Purchasing ManagementMRP/ERP SystemsSupply Chain ManagementVendor ManagementAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Purchasing Cycle ManagementInventory AnalysisCost AnalysisBOM/BOE ManagementData Integrity ManagementContinuous Improvement InitiativesSupplier Quality Issue ResolutionPerformance Standards DevelopmentKPI ReportingReplenishment Rules Creation

Soft Skills

Leadership AbilityExceptional Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsNegotiation SkillsInitiative

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteERP SystemsMRP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

APICSCPPCSCPCPIMCPPM

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainPurchasingSourcingVendor RelationshipsCommodity Markets

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the end-to-end purchasing cycle for key materials and equipment
Plan and execute purchase orders, determine transportation, execute lease agreements, expedite materials/equipment, and resolve quality and invoice issues
Ensure equipment and materials arrive at the lowest total cost while balancing quality, source reliability, and urgency
Partner with the Sourcing team on category strategies and supplier performance
Manage tactical purchasing activities for assigned categories and maintain vendor/customer relationships
Drive purchasing best practices across the team, company, and supply base
Plan, generate, adjust, and expedite purchase orders based on field requisitions, project insights, drawing take-offs, BOMs/BOEs, and inventory strategies
Track and monitor purchase orders, communicate problems, delays, impacts, and constraints to the Planner and Project Manager
Maintain supplier communications for on-time delivery, system data integrity, and ordering parameters
Work with SQE to resolve systemic supplier quality issues and address quantity, quality, delivery, warranty, and relationship issues
Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives with internal teams and key suppliers
Control supplier assets, dispose of obsolete assets, and monitor asset age
Analyze and maintain purchasing and inventory data, including costs, lot sizes, reorder points, lead times, safety stock, and item classes
Create inventory and replenishment rules based on supply service-level analyses
Identify at-risk materials/equipment and recommend expediting, supplier changes, or transportation alternatives
Lead development and implementation of system/process enhancements, performance standards, KPIs, reports, and analytics
Review, audit, and support purchasing parameters across categories
Collaborate across the organization to improve and resolve material and equipment needs
Communicate supplier pricing and availability changes affecting high-impact materials to supply chain management
Identify opportunities to streamline work and reduce waste
Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance or related field; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
APICS or other certifications such as CPP, CSCP, CPIM or CPPM preferred
7+ Years of experience in purchasing, planning or related Supply Chain function required
Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, particularly in purchasing, supply planning and contracts
Leadership ability with superior analytical tools, exceptional presentation, oral and written communication skills; can effectively interact with all levels of management
Ability to read and interpret complex business and/or technical documents
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Must be able to maintain confidentiality
Initiative, planning, organizational and prioritization skills with a high commitment to meeting schedules
Ability to manage multiple projects at a time
Strategic, analytical, organizational and negotiating skills, with ability to synthesize and draw conclusions on large amounts of disparate data
Deep understanding of supply/commodity markets
Must have valid driver’s license and ability to maintain an acceptable driving record in order to travel as needed
Travel estimated at 25%
Blattner is not able to sponsor H-1B visas or permanent residency; candidates must hold valid, independent work authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
100% employer paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees
401(k) with company match
HSA and FSA options
Dental and Vision insurance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
Work/Life balance
Employee/Family focused culture
Gym on site