Project Procurement Buyer
TAIT · Lititz, PA
- On site
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- Lititz, PA
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Job highlights
- Manage procurement for assigned projects independently.
- Negotiate contracts and drive cost savings.
- Liaise with engineering and project managers.
- Oversee orders from confirmation to closure.
- Contribute to vendor strategy and qualification.
About the role
About TAIT
TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics.Position Purpose
Executes end-to-end procurement activities for assigned project scopes with increasing independence. Ensures materials, outsourced components, and vendor services are purchased in alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.Essential Responsibilities
- Manages moderate-complexity procurement packages independently.
- Regular negotiation responsibility.
- Interprets and applies category strategies.
- Identifies basic risks and escalates appropriately.
- Accountable for achieving defined annual cost-savings targets through negotiation and strategic sourcing. Performance against these targets will be evaluated year over year.
- Acts as procurement liaison for defined project scopes including third-party services and outsourcing.
- Issues RFQs/RFPs for both materials and third-party services, organizes supplier responses, and leads basic bid evaluations.
- Works with engineering and PMs to validate requirements.
- Develops POs that include necessary drawings, specifications, vendor services agreements/SOWs and terms.
- Manages orders cradle-to-grave: confirmations, expediting, changes, delivery, and invoice closure.
- Resolves routine supplier or delivery issues.
- Contributes to vendor qualification and category strategy initiatives.
- Prepares procurement status reports, spend summaries, and risk updates.
- Leads supplier negotiations to drive measurable commercial value, consistently meeting or exceeding assigned annual savings targets.
- Tracks, documents, and reports savings monthly and annually, with performance evaluated year over year as part of the formal performance cycle.
Minimum Qualifications
- 4+ years procurement experience in manufacturing or similar field.
- Strong understanding of competitive bidding and supplier management.
- Demonstrated cost analysis ability.
- ERP/MRP required.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; CPSM/CIPS a plus.
Commitment to Accommodation and Diversity
TAIT is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical limitations or disabilities. If there are specific physical needs related to lifting, walking, or any other task, candidates are encouraged to discuss their requirements during the hiring process. The organization will make every effort to accommodate these needs to ensure equal opportunities for all employees. TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.Key skills/competency
Project Procurement, Buyer, Sourcing, Negotiation, Supplier Management, Cost Analysis, RFQ/RFP, ERP/MRP, Supply Chain, Vendor Qualification.Skills & topics
- Procurement Buyer
- Project Procurement
- Sourcing
- Negotiation
- Supplier Management
- Cost Analysis
- RFQ
- RFP
- ERP
- MRP
- Manufacturing Procurement
- Supply Chain
- Buyer
- Purchasing
- Live Events
- Experiential Marketing
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 4+ years of procurement experience in manufacturing, emphasizing competitive bidding and supplier management skills.
- Showcase negotiation and cost analysis: Quantify your achievements in cost savings and demonstrate your ability to analyze costs effectively.
- Emphasize ERP/MRP proficiency: Clearly state your experience with ERP/MRP systems, as this is a required qualification.
- Prepare for negotiation scenarios: Be ready to discuss your negotiation strategies and how you've met or exceeded savings targets in past roles.
- Understand TAIT's impact: Research TAIT's role in creating culture-defining experiences and connect your procurement skills to their mission.
Technical preparation
Master ERP/MRP system functionalities.,Practice cost analysis techniques.,Develop negotiation strategies.,Understand RFQ/RFP processes.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex procurement challenge.,How do you handle supplier disputes?,Tell me about achieving savings targets.,How do you prioritize multiple projects?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of a Project Procurement Buyer at TAIT?
- As a Project Procurement Buyer at TAIT, you will be responsible for executing end-to-end procurement activities for assigned project scopes. This includes managing moderate-complexity procurement packages, negotiating contracts, interpreting category strategies, and acting as a procurement liaison for third-party services and outsourcing. You'll also be involved in issuing RFQs/RFPs, evaluating bids, developing purchase orders, managing orders cradle-to-grave, and resolving supplier issues.
- What qualifications are essential for the Project Procurement Buyer role at TAIT?
- The essential qualifications for this role include at least 4 years of procurement experience in manufacturing or a similar field, a strong understanding of competitive bidding and supplier management, and demonstrated cost analysis ability. Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems is required. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, and certifications like CPSM/CIPS are a plus.
- How does TAIT approach cost savings for this Project Procurement Buyer position?
- TAIT holds its Project Procurement Buyers accountable for achieving defined annual cost-savings targets through negotiation and strategic sourcing. Your performance against these targets will be evaluated year over year. You will be expected to lead supplier negotiations to drive measurable commercial value and consistently meet or exceed assigned savings targets, with savings tracked, documented, and reported monthly and annually.
- What is the importance of negotiation in the Project Procurement Buyer role at TAIT?
- Negotiation is a core responsibility for the Project Procurement Buyer at TAIT. You will have regular negotiation responsibilities and will lead supplier negotiations to drive measurable commercial value. The ability to consistently meet or exceed assigned annual savings targets through effective negotiation is a key performance indicator for this role.
- Does TAIT provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities for the Project Procurement Buyer role?
- Yes, TAIT is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical limitations or disabilities. If you have specific physical needs related to lifting, walking, or any other task required for the Project Procurement Buyer role, you are encouraged to discuss your requirements during the hiring process. TAIT will make every effort to accommodate these needs.
- What is TAIT's stance on diversity and inclusion for the Project Procurement Buyer position?