Senior Construction Purchaser (100% REMOTE) 10-15 years of experience as a purchaser in the construction industry

Pramira is a multi-national prime provider of general contract and construction services, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure.

At our company, diversity thrives, boasting a talented team with expertise spanning engineering, construction, and information technology. Our true advantage emerges from our unified approach, offering comprehensive services that excel in tailoring solutions to precisely match our client’s individual requirements.

Our wealth of experience has provided us with a deep and comprehensive understanding of the markets we serve. This knowledge extends to our adept management of teams, projects, and equipment, allowing us to proactively anticipate challenges, evade potential pitfalls, and navigate obstacles with precision.

Our unwavering commitment to excellence is deeply ingrained in our organizational culture, firmly rooted in our extensive expertise and unmatched capabilities. It remains the driving force behind our consistent, outstanding success.

The duties include:

• Providing prices for all materials included in project plans and drawings
• Identifying potential suppliers and new products
• Contacting a range of suppliers and sub‐contractors to obtain quotations
• Agreeing delivery times
• Keeping detailed records and maintaining well‐organized work schedules
• Assessing the reliability of sub‐contractors and suppliers
• Dealing effectively with challenges with suppliers and the flow of materials
• Ensuring compliance with the safety, health and environment requirements of materials and services
• Providing advice to the project estimator on the predicted cost of individual items
• Liaising closely with the estimator at the tendering stage to ensure that an accurate project cost is provided
• Preparing and maintaining cost reports to maximize efficiency within the business
• Negotiating and agreeing the most favorable terms possible with suppliers once a contract has been secured

Additional skills which can be complementary to a Purchaser:

• Knowledge and understanding of construction materials
• Good communication skills
• Strong math and budgeting abilities
• Analytical thinking skills
• Negotiation skills.

• Bachelor's degree in business or purchasing management
• 5+ years of purchasing experience
• With at least 2 years of work experience in construction procurement
• Civil Engineering degree preferred
• Knowledge of procurement and inventory terminology and processes
• Experience in importation process or big local accounts purchase
• Above average in negotiation skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Computer literate

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.