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Buyer
- Tutor Perini (Evansville, IN)
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Frontier-Kemper** , a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a **Buyer** to join our Headquarters located in **Evansville, Indiana.
About Frontier-Kemper
_Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction_
At Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in the engineering and construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexity. Our FKC-Lake Shore division provides design/build/install services for innovative Hoisting and Vertical Conveyance Systems. Our goal is to be the industry’s best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.
Across North America, notable projects include The Purple Line Extensions section 3 in Los Angeles, Water Tunnel number 3 in New York City, Eagle Mountain Gas Pipeline and Kemano T2 tunneling projects in British Columbia, Canada, the Inter-Quarry Tunnel in Leesburg, VA and the Century Mine in Volga, WV.
_Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent_
DESCRIPTION:
As a **Buyer** at Frontier-Kemper, reporting to the **Purchasing Manager,** you will have the opportunity to be responsible for the acquisition of materials and services required at our Evansville, Indiana office and construction jobsites located throughout the United States and Canada.
+ Solicit quotes, evaluate proposals, and negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
+ Prepare and issue purchase orders to meet project and jobsite requirements, ensuring compliance with pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms.
+ Track and monitor purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and resolving any delays.
+ Review and reconcile discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and deliveries.
+ Serve as the primary liaison between company personnel and suppliers to maintain strong working relationships and resolve issues quickly.
REQUIREMENTS:
+ Prior experience in underground mining, heavy civil construction, fabrication, or electrical/construction industries is highly beneficial.
+ Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
+ Knowledge of Oracle/JDE systems preferred but not required.
+ Strong typing and data entry skills (minimum 50 wpm).
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across teams and with external vendors.
+ Self-motivated, results-oriented, and professional, with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
_Frontier-Kemper builds extraordinary projects, and we need exceptional talent. Join us and together we will build the future._
Equal Opportunity Employer
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