Project Buyer Job at Bresco Broadband, Columbus, OH

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  • Bresco Broadband
  • Columbus, OH

Job Description

Position Overview:

Bresco Broadband is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Buyer to support our growing operations and project delivery teams. This role is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and tracking materials and equipment for a wide range of telecommunications, construction, and value-added service projects. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be an excellent communicator, and bring strong organizational and negotiation skills to the team.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Operations

  • Source and purchase materials, tools, and equipment in support of field operations and project demands.
  • Issue and manage purchase orders (POs), ensuring accurate quantities, costs, and delivery timelines.
  • Maintain up-to-date pricing sheets and vendor lists for commonly purchased items.
  • Monitor minimum order quantities (MOQs), reorder points, and lead times.
  • Track order status and follow up with vendors to ensure timely deliveries.

Project Support

  • Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers to review Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accuracy and availability.
  • Support job-specific ordering needs for Fiber, VoIP, Access Control, Cameras, Intercoms, and Managed Services (VAS).
  • Coordinate deliveries to job sites or staging locations in line with construction schedules.
  • Maintain alignment between project timelines and procurement activity.

Inventory & Reporting

  • Work to maintain organized stock levels and track received goods.
  • Help manage van stock and field kit replenishment for installers and splicers.
  • Assist in cycle counts and inventory audits.
  • Generate procurement reports, spend tracking, and budget vs. actual comparisons.

Vendor Management

  • Build strong relationships with key suppliers and negotiate pricing and terms.
  • Resolve invoice discrepancies and communicate with Accounting for PO reconciliation.
  • Evaluate vendor performance in terms of quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain (telecom or construction preferred).
  • Strong understanding of project-based purchasing and scheduling.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and purchasing/ERP systems (e.g., Monday.com, QuickBooks, or similar).
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and time-management skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple requests across fast-moving teams.
  • High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor's preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with telecommunications or low-voltage materials.
  • Familiarity with Bill of Materials (BOM), scopes of work, and project tracking tools.
  • Strong vendor negotiation and performance evaluation background.
  • Knowledge of fiber, wireless, and structured cabling products is a plus.

Skills

  • Proficient in contract negotiation and management.
  • Strong sourcing skills with the ability to identify reliable suppliers.
  • Experience in production planning and inventory control methodologies (MRP).
  • Excellent analytical skills for assessing supplier performance and market conditions.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in managing multiple priorities.
  • Effective communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Join us in this pivotal role where your expertise will contribute significantly to our operational success!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,459.00 - $71,528.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Shift work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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