Senior Buyer

Verra Mobility

. Procure goods and services required to support operational, project, and customer requirements .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, supplier relationship management, and negotiation strategies while ensuring compliance with company policies and supporting operational needs. Proficient in utilizing procurement systems and tools to enhance efficiency and track supplier performance.

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Supplier Relationship ManagementNegotiation SkillsProcurement Systems ProficiencySupplier Onboarding ExperienceGovernment Procurement Experience

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Hard Skills

PurchasingProcurementSupplier QualificationCommercial NegotiationsCost Savings IdentificationBid AnalysisSupplier Performance MonitoringProject-Based Services ProcurementConstruction Services ProcurementMaterials Procurement

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

OracleServiceNowMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

CPSMCPPBCPPO

Industry Keywords

Supplier Diversity ProgramsMWBEDBESBEVBEPublic Sector ProcurementOperational CategoriesCompetitive SourcingSupplier DocumentationInternal Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

OracleServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Procure goods and services required to support operational, project, and customer requirements
Review purchase requisitions, obtain supplier quotations, evaluate pricing and lead times, and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policies
Manage purchasing activities across technology, project-related services, construction and installation services, equipment, and other operational categories
Develop and maintain supplier relationships to support quality, delivery, cost, and service objectives
Coordinate supplier onboarding, including supplier qualification, documentation collection, system setup, and collaboration with Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with suppliers
Monitor open purchase orders and expedite deliveries to meet business and project requirements
Resolve supplier performance, delivery, quality, invoicing, and service-related issues
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Program Management, and Finance to support business needs and project execution
Support competitive sourcing activities, including RFQs, RFPs, supplier evaluations, and bid analysis
Monitor supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and risk mitigation
Support procurement requirements associated with government and municipal customer contracts
Support supplier diversity initiatives, including MWBE spend tracking, certification verification, and customer reporting requirements
Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information within Oracle, ServiceNow, and related procurement systems
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and internal controls

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience
5+ years of purchasing, procurement, buying, or supply chain experience
Experience managing supplier relationships, purchase orders, and commercial negotiations
Experience procuring services, equipment, materials, or project-related spend
Experience supporting supplier onboarding or supplier qualification processes
Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
Experience purchasing construction and installation services, technology, infrastructure, or project-based services
Experience supporting government, municipal, or public-sector customers
Experience with MWBE, DBE, SBE, VBE, or other supplier diversity programs, including spend tracking and reporting
Experience with supplier onboarding, vendor master management, or supplier qualification processes
Experience with Oracle, ServiceNow, or similar procurement systems
CPSM, CPPB, CPPO, or related procurement certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible for bonus and benefits in accordance with company policy
Hybrid office environment with occasional travel to suppliers, project sites, or customer locations