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You’ll source, negotiate, and procure materials, equipment, and services that keep complex construction and industrial projects moving. You’ll partner closely with project managers, estimators, field/construction leaders, suppliers, and finance to secure the right solution at the right total cost, while protecting schedule, quality, and compliance. This role offers high visibility and meaningful impact: your decisions directly influence project outcomes, supplier performance, and cost competitiveness. This is a full-time role with flexibility for onsite in De Pere, WI, hybrid, or remote (for a highly qualified candidate).\nPrimary Responsibilities:\nReview construction plans, specifications, schedules, and material takeoffs to translate project needs into purchasing requirements\nSource qualified suppliers for materials, equipment, and construction-related services; solicit and evaluate quotes/proposals to select best-fit options\nLead commercial negotiations (pricing, lead time, delivery terms, and conditions) to optimize cost, schedule, and quality outcomes\nPrepare and issue purchase orders and procurement packages in accordance with company policy and applicable legal requirements\nMaintain supplier qualification documentation and support supplier onboarding and performance evaluation activities\nTrack material lead times, delivery schedules, and logistics to ensure timely availability aligned with project timelines\nCollaborate with project managers, estimators, and construction leadership to forecast procurement needs, resolve constraints, and align on priorities\nManage changes in scope, substitutions, pricing updates, and delivery adjustments; 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