Buyer

Primary Function:

TheBuyerIisa developing procurement professional responsible for independently executing the procurement of materials equipment and services in support of Dacons electrical construction and EPC project operations. Working with moderate supervision the Buyer Imanagesthe full purchase order lifecycle for assigned commodity categories supports competitive sourcing activities and begins to develop vendor relationships.

The position will be based in our Gonzales LA officelocatedat 2727 S Darla Ave Gonzales LAand will report to DaconsVice President of Project Management.

Duties & Responsibilities

Employeemay be called upon to perform any orall ofthe following functions:

• Execute the procurement of assigned materials equipment and services including issuance of purchase ordersin accordance withproject requirements and approval authority thresholds.

• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for assigned commodity categories; conduct bid tabulations and present recommendations to supervisor.

• Evaluate vendor proposals based on price quality delivery and compliance; make award recommendations for supervisor approval.

• Develop andmaintainworking relationships with approved vendors; resolve routine vendor issues including delivery discrepancies invoice disputes and quality nonconformances.

• Coordinate with project managers engineers and field personnel to understand material requirements lead times and delivery priorities.

• Monitor andexpediteopen purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery; communicate proactively with stakeholdersregardingsupply risks or delays.

• Support vendor qualification and onboarding processes;assistin evaluating new suppliers against Dacons vendor requirements.

• Maintain procurement records with accuracy and completeness in Dacons ERP/procurement system.

• Ensure allpurchasingactivitiescomply withDacons procurement policies project-specific requirements and applicable contractual obligations.

• Assistin the development of procurement logs material tracking logs and spend reporting as required by project teams.

• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

How You Will MakeanImpact

• Drive on-time material delivery for construction projects by proactively managing purchase orders and supplier relationships from award through receipt.

• Contribute to project cost control by executing competitive sourcing events andidentifyingcost savings opportunities within assigned categories.

• StrengthenDacons vendor base through consistent engagement performance feedback and identification of new qualified suppliers.

• Support project managers and field teams with reliable procurement information enabling confident project scheduling and execution decisions.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Associates degree in Business Supply Chain or a related fieldrequired;Bachelorsdegree preferred (4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree).

• Minimum 2 years of experience inpurchasingor procurement preferably ina construction EPC industrial or utilities environment.

• Working knowledge of procurement processes including RFQ preparation bid evaluationpurchaseorder administration and vendor management.

• Experience with ERP or procurement/inventory management systemsrequired.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook); strong Excel skills for bid tabulations and tracking.

• Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent purchase orders and competing priorities.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate professionally with vendors and internal project stakeholders.

• Driving is notrequiredfor this position.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.

• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing writing and operating office equipment.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Ability to occasionally stand and walk within an office environment.

• Ability tolift upto 10 pounds occasionally.

Environmental Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled office environment.

Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as definedbyCompany policy.