Materials Buyer/Planner

Overview

MasTec Communications Group is a leading national infrastructure construction company operating throughout the United States.

MasTec Communications Group performs both wireline and wireless communication services on a national scale. We are experts in cell tower construction, RF engineering, broadband fiber optic cable installation, OSP engineering, wireline construction, and emergency maintenance services.

At MasTec you’ll be joining a family, where we are dedicated to supporting each other and building an atmosphere of teamwork. As part of our team, your opportunities are limitless.

Responsibilities

• A Materials Buyer/Planner is responsible for identifying and procuring the goods and services that an organization requires.

In addition, you will:

• Identify and determine the purchasing needs of the organization
• Work with Scoping and Production to forecast demand and evaluate inventory levels, and take orders from within the organization
• Negotiate with Suppliers
• Perform cost management to identify areas of potential cost reduction and analyze the impact of pricing changes for goods and services
• Source materials using knowledge of current inventory levels for needed materials
• Create Purchases orders using defined purchasing protocols
• Assist in the receipt of purchased materials and services, and keep detailed records of purchases and stocks
• Carefully monitor deliveries and any past due shipments
• Build relationships with suppliers and manage their performance
• Conduct routine supplier business reviews, evaluating supplier performance and compliance
• Other duties as needed

Qualifications

About You:

• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
• You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
• Are proficient in Microsoft Office suites
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Have excellent time management, organizational planning, and problem-solving skills
• You follow instructions, respond to management direction, and keep commitments
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Able to manage, establish, and communicate clear goals and objectives