Buyer (Construction Industry) - United Integrated Services (USA) Corp.
Phoenix, AZ
About the Job
United Integrated Services (USA) Corp. was founded in Phoenix, Arizona in 2020. UIS is a U.S. subsidiary of United Integrated Services Co., Ltd. (UIS Taiwan) which was founded in Taiwan in 1982. UIS is a multidisciplinary engineering and construction company. We provide fully integrated design-build services to our clients in the high-technology industry for their manufacturing facility needs. Our scope of services includes engineering design, high-tech factory planning, and on-time equipment and material delivery in which clean-room systems, HVAC, electrical systems, and tool hook-up, are all vital parts in need of total coordination.
Summary:
United Integrated Services (USA) is seeking a Buyer to join our expanding Procurement team! In this role, you will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing the pre-construction process, and analyzing supplier relationships.
** This is a full time onsite position located in North Phoenix, AZ (85027).**
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist in the supplier selection process for products and services used by the company.
- Identify and develop sourcing strategies to deliver cost savings.
- Conduct analysis and prepare reports on supplier performance metrics, conduct benchmarking studies and track overall spending.
- Ensure all necessary legal and risk management approvals associated with sourcing solutions have been obtained. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies and procedures.
- Establish a goal setting process with suppliers to improve overall performance, processes, and information flow.
- Ensure required product certificates, warranty, and other documents are provided to stakeholders.
- Work closely with the finance team on project cost management, month end accruals, AP and PO questions including issue resolution.
- Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, and repair services for construction projects.
- Invite tenders, consult with suppliers, and review quotations.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or above.
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 1-3+ years of experience in procurement.
- Good understanding of procurement processes.
- Familiarity with overall supply chain procedures, construction specific preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
- Ability to use procurement related software, such as ERP systems.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- High level of attention to detail, and highly organized.
- Independent and self-motivated with experience managing within a distributed office environment.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities depending on project needs. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and employees.
- Ability to develop and maintain successful relationships with all levels of employees, clients, and subcontractors.
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a professional attitude.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs for transporting documents, equipment, and other materials as needed. The role involves extended periods of sitting while working at a computer, as well as standing and walking. Frequent movement between the construction trailer and various areas of the construction site is necessary.
The position is based at the construction job site (trailer office). Even though the exposure of hazardous work conditions would be minimal, the employee may be required to visit the work area of the jobsite and thus be exposed to some typical work hazards that may be present on a construction site, such as dust, moving machineries, weather, caustic chemicals, noise etc. UIS would provide the required safety protection to ensure the safety of UIS employees and comply with all OSHA standards.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
UIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status. Or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
Disclaimer:
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.