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Construction Materials BuyerFisher Industries • Glendale, Wisconsin, USA
Construction Materials Buyer

Construction Materials Buyer

Fisher Industries • Glendale, Wisconsin, USA
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience the company specializes in highways bridges aggregates and large-scale infrastructure projects supported by in-house capabilities in drilling blasting crushing asphalt and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company visit our website at

POSITION SCOPE

The Construction Materials Buyer has expertise in purchasing materials for commercial buildings including but not limited to finish materials (tile wall coverings fixtures etc.). The ideal candidate will have an expert knowledge of the vertical construction / maintenance industry and would consider themselves an expert in these areas. Specifically we need someone who can view the specs of a construction job and be able to create a list of the materials / parts / etc. needed for the job. This is an opportunity for someone to use their construction experience and foresight in many different building projects.

PRIMARY DUTIES

  • Conducting research on potential products vendors and services and comparing price and quality to ensure the best deal
  • Meeting with vendors and clients to negotiate the best contracts
  • Liaising with Vendors delivery and warehouse teams to ensure due dates are updated and goods are received on time
  • Updating costs and retails in a timely manner
  • Inspecting purchased products upon delivery and reporting any issues timely
  • Updating all records of purchased products
  • Writing reports on purchases made and performing cost analyses
  • Attending and contributing to meetings with staff and other stakeholders

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3 years of construction buying experience
  • Vertical construction experience preferred
  • Must be able to read plans and be able to decipher information
  • Practical experience with purchasing software and Microsoft Excel
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Sound research and networking skills
  • Great written verbal and interpersonal skills
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Enjoys working in a Group setting and team environment
  • Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race age color religion gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state / federal law.

    We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.

    If you require an accommodation with applying please email or call the HR Department at to request accommodations. This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.

    Key Skills

    Editorial,Environment,Access Control System,Imaging,Fun,Health And Safety Management

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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