What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Addison Group?
Job Title: Buyer
Type: Direct Hire
Location: Rockville, MD
Industry: Renewable Energy / Construction / Electrical
Pay: $80,000 – $100,000 annually
About Our Client:
Addison Group is partnering with a rapidly growing organization in the renewable energy space that is expanding its procurement team. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and employee retention, this client offers a collaborative and tenured work environment where professionals are empowered to make an impact.
Job Description:
We're seeking a skilled Buyer with hands-on experience in purchasing and procurement to support project operations across a range of renewable energy and construction initiatives. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic setting and enjoys working across departments to drive timely and cost-effective procurement strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage procurement activities for a portfolio of 40–50 active projects, including material tracking and requisition processing
- Communicate with vendors to ensure accurate pricing, timely delivery, and compliance with contract terms
- Collaborate with internal teams (project managers, finance, etc.) to align purchasing efforts with project timelines and budgets
- Maintain and process purchase orders through ERP systems from request to fulfillment
- Support new vendor onboarding and product sourcing initiatives
- Prepare reports and assist with inventory tracking and reconciliation
- Proactively seek opportunities to optimize costs and streamline supply chain processes
Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience in a purchasing or buyer role; construction, electrical, or solar experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Formulas, Filters required)
- Experience with ERP systems like Oracle or NetSuite is a plus
- Familiarity with Salesforce and/or Procore is beneficial
- Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant certifications or supply chain education is a bonus
Salary : $80 - $100
