Category Buyer

Posted 3 Days Ago
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Tulsa, OK
Mid level
Greentech • Other
The Role
The Category Buyer is responsible for the procurement of assigned items based on material buying plans while achieving optimal cost and quality. The role includes market analysis, developing supply recommendations, assisting in contract negotiations, and engaging with vendors.
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801 N Xanthus Tulsa Oklahoma 74110-4949

Why Valmont
 

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

 

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

Responsible for procurement of assigned items and executing buying strategies in accordance with agreed upon material buying plans at the optimum cost/quality relationship. Analyzes market and industry conditions and develops supply recommendations. Assists with contract negotiations for implementation. Interviews sales representatives and vendors. Preferred Bachelors in relevant field or Associates Degree with 3+ years of experience or 5+ years of relevant quality experience

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

  • Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

  • 401k retirement plan with company match

  • Paid time off

  • Employer paid life insurance

  • Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

  • Work Life Support

  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

  • Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [email protected].

The Company
HQ: Omaha, NE
10,001 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1946

What We Do

Valmont Industries Inc. is a global leader in creating vital infrastructure and advancing agricultural productivity around the world. For over 75 years, we have been committed to Conserving Resources. Improving Life.® Since our founding in 1946, we have pursued opportunities for growth, developed solutions through innovative technology, implemented sustainable practices, and maintained market leadership within dynamic industries.

Valmont Industries Inc. (VMI) is publicly traded on the NYSE.

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