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The Sr. Buyer performs duties in purchasing, including bid solicitation, bid analysis, negotiation, commitment of purchase orders and expediting the products/materials to site. Performs administration of purchase orders following commitments involving, scope changes, invoicing, and purchase order closeout.

Location & Travel Details: You can be based in any city or state in the U.S.. This is a traveling, project based position, up to 90% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US. You’ll spend 8-18 months on average per project. We offer designated per diem in addition to an excellent base salary to support and help you cover living expenses. This position is eligible for mobilization support (may include mileage reimbursement), and includes one longer weekend every four weeks for additional time at home.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

MasTec Industrial, along with sister companies Casey Industrial and Phoenix Industrial, has served the power industry since 1947. We support utilities, developers, and municipalities with EPC services and project development expertise.

Ranked by ENR as the #1 Power Contractor, we specialize in natural gas, oil, biomass, and waste-to-energy projects. Our team brings over 30 years of experience in utility and industrial systems, including simple and combined cycle plants and reciprocating engines.

We’re committed to delivering quality, safety, and value at every project phase, from concept to operations. At MasTec Industrial, we invest in top talent and foster a respectful, inclusive environment where employees thrive as innovative leaders. The MasTec Industrial market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work closely with the assigned procurement team to purchase the highest quality equipment and materials at the lowest possible cost, in correct amounts, per specifications and drawings.
• Learn processes around the research and evaluation of suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier’s reputation and history.
• Prepare and issue Request for Proposal (RFP) equipment/material packages to qualified suppliers.
• Work with engineering to answer all RFP questions presented by suppliers.
• Receive and evaluate proposals against RFP requirements, evaluate pricing structure, delivery timeframes and modifications to terms and conditions.
• Negotiate best and final pricing from selected short-listed suppliers,
• Ensure that the company does not enter into any agreement with an external party which may harm the company’s policies and practices by performing due diligence and following vendor pre-qualification process.
• Works closely with field engineering, the material control team, home office procurement department, and accounts payables.
• Secure a completed purchasing requisition with final engineering documents, arrive at a mutually agreed set of terms and conditions and conform all purchase order exhibits/attachments.
• Monitor, support, and administer all issued field purchase orders.
• Manage stakeholder and supplier interaction within the boundaries of company policy, ensures adherence to processes and audit compliance.
• Promotes a positive work environment, exhibits a spirit of cooperation and support for coworkers. Maintains professionalism within the organization and when interacting with internal customers, external suppliers and business partners.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Seven (7)- Ten (10) years of experience in procurement (preferably within construction industry or engineering industry).
• Four-year college degree in a business-related field is preferred, or combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
• When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
• Set a personal example of safe behavior.
• Enthusiastic, willing to learn and be flexible regarding day-to-day responsibilities.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of industry best practices.
• Accepts extra duties as situations arise.
• Works efficiently and calmly when tight deadlines or other stress factors arise.
• Experience negotiating commercial terms of a purchase order.
• Decisive, shows problem-solving capabilities.
• Professional, thorough, manages time well, and is detail oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel).
• General knowledge of ERP system software and database utilization.
• Basic knowledge of all areas of procurement, including procurement execution, expediting, and onsite material control.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives.
• Other may duties may be assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
• May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
• Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
• Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
• Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
• May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
• Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
• Keep good balance and work at heights.
• See well (either naturally or with correction).
• Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
• Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $80,000 - $110,000 / year, commensurate with experience.
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Seven (7)- Ten (10) years of experience in procurement (preferably within construction industry or engineering industry).
• Four-year college degree in a business-related field is preferred, or combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
• When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
• Set a personal example of safe behavior.
• Enthusiastic, willing to learn and be flexible regarding day-to-day responsibilities.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of industry best practices.
• Accepts extra duties as situations arise.
• Works efficiently and calmly when tight deadlines or other stress factors arise.
• Experience negotiating commercial terms of a purchase order.
• Decisive, shows problem-solving capabilities.
• Professional, thorough, manages time well, and is detail oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel).
• General knowledge of ERP system software and database utilization.
• Basic knowledge of all areas of procurement, including procurement execution, expediting, and onsite material control.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives.
• Other may duties may be assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
• May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
• Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
• Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
• Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
• May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
• Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
• Keep good balance and work at heights.
• See well (either naturally or with correction).
• Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
• Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $80,000 - $110,000 / year, commensurate with experience.
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexib...