Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Job Title:

Buyer

Location:

Las Vegas, NV

Position Type:
Contracted - Nov 16, 2026 – Oct 31, 2027 (Possibility of extension)

Job Type: 100% On-site

Pay rate: $45/-hr to $50/-hr on W2.

Position Overview:

• We are seeking an experienced Contract Buyer to support procurement and contracting activities for materials, equipment, and services required for utility operations, maintenance, and capital construction projects.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in purchasing, sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract administration, and purchase order management.
• This individual will manage procurement activities from requisition review through supplier selection, contract award, and post-award administration while ensuring compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and commercial requirements.
• Candidates with experience in the utility, energy, oil and gas, construction, or industrial sectors are strongly preferred.

• Review and prioritize purchase requisitions to ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment, and services.
• Review specifications, scopes of work, and business requirements to identify gaps and obtain necessary clarifications.
• Manage competitive and non-competitive sourcing activities, including Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Quotation (RFQs), and Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
• Evaluate supplier proposals, pricing, commercial terms, lead times, and total cost to support sourcing decisions.
• Prepare and maintain procurement documentation, bid evaluations, award recommendations, purchase orders, contracts, amendments, and supplier records.
• Conduct supplier negotiations involving pricing, contract terms, commercial conditions, and contractual exceptions.
• Prepare, review, issue, and administer purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements in accordance with company policies and approval requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, risk, insurance, safety, and business units, to obtain required reviews and approvals.
• Monitor supplier commitments, delivery schedules, quality, invoicing, and overall performance; resolve procurement-related issues as needed.
• Maintain accurate electronic procurement and contract records to support compliance reviews, audits, reporting, and departmental requirements.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, cost avoidance, sourcing efficiencies, process improvements, and improved supplier performance.
• Communicate procurement status, risks, schedule impacts, and sourcing decisions to stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned while complying with applicable safety requirements, company policies, and procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field, with at least three years of relevant purchasing or procurement experience, including contract experience; or an equivalent combination of education and progressive related experience.
• Hands-on experience sourcing materials, equipment, and services.
• Experience with competitive bidding, supplier proposal evaluation, purchase order issuance, and contract administration.
• Experience negotiating supplier pricing and commercial or contractual terms.
• Working knowledge of general contract terms, procurement policies, commercial risks, delivery schedules, pricing, insurance, and supplier performance requirements.
• Experience using an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system for purchasing and inventory-related activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and electronic document-management systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement activities, meet deadlines, maintain accurate records, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders and suppliers.

• Experience in the electric or gas utility, energy, oil and gas, construction, infrastructure, or industrial manufacturing sectors.
• Experience with Oracle purchasing, inventory, or financial applications.
• Experience procuring gas transmission and distribution materials.
• Familiarity with capital construction projects, maintenance materials, industrial equipment, and supplier performance management.
• Experience coordinating procurement approvals, contract reviews, insurance requirements, and compliance documentation.

• This position operates primarily in a general office environment.
• The role may require…