Assistant Capital Buyer

Turner & Townsend Heery is a hybrid role. Assistant Capital Buyer would need to be in the office 2-3 days per week and could work offsite the remaining days.

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking an Assistant Capital Buyer to work on large-scale purchasing efforts for Architect/Engineering and Construction services. Work involves setting up agreements and contracts for vendors from start to finish, including frequent contact with county departments and officials and frequent contact with Project Managers. Supervision is an aspect of this work, coordination may be required over purchases being handled by more than one staff member.

Work is performed independently within established policies, procedures, and purchasing regulations, and is reviewed by superiors through conferences and reports.

• Assist in preparing specifications; help tabulates bids; recommend vendors to be awarded a contract.
• Reviews requisitions; solicits both verbal and written quotations.
• Processes purchase orders and change orders.
• Expedites orders; confers with using agencies and officials.
• Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports.
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge and understanding of typical industry approved purchasing methods desired.
• Knowledge and understanding of sources of supply and of market and price trends.
• Ability to meet and negotiate with agencies and vendors.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• High school diploma, preferably supplemented by completion of some college-level courses in business administration; and some experience in the purchasing of a variety of supplies, materials, and equipment is desired.

The salary range for this full-time role is $70K-$85K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend HEERY reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client’s needs.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.