Project Buyer bei Britten, Inc.

Description

Britten, Inc. is a veteran-owned (VOSB), creative production house dedicated to delivering innovative signage, displays, and event branding solutions that make our customers stand out in a crowd. For 35+ years, we’ve leveraged our state-of-the art design, printing, fabrication, and manufacturing capabilities to propel high-impact campaigns and promotional ideas into the world. Always on time, on strategy, and on budget, we build the stuff that helps people, communities, and businesses flourish and prosper. 

Located in Traverse City, Michigan, this creative production studio known as Britten seeks talented individuals to join our team. We’ve built a reputation for saying "yes" to projects others won't touch. Our people make that possible, individuals who put a premium on thoughtful service, care about the people next to them, and are willing to go the extra mile on projects they touch. Click here to learn more about Britten, Inc. www.britteninc.com

What We Seek...

Britten is looking for a Project Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where no two days are ever the same. You’ll play a hands-on role in bringing to life world-class events, experiences, and scenic environments for the biggest brands in the world.

As a Project Buyer, you’ll help turn design concepts into real builds, participating in job handoff meetings, diving into materials, spotting lead time issues early, and working directly with vendors to make the impossible happen on tight timelines. This is a high-impact, fast-moving position where your problem-solving, foresight, and communication directly shape project success.

Job Summary and Job Functions 

• Join project kickoff and handoff meetings to fully understand job scope, materials, and timelines
• Anticipate material needs and identify potential lead time or sourcing challenges right away
• Proactively contact vendors to prepare them for quick-turn or specialty orders
• Issue and manage purchase orders with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Solve problems in real time, offering alternative materials or creative solutions before they cause delays
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and production teams to keep jobs moving smoothly
• Build and maintain relationships with trusted suppliers and fabricators
• Help improve purchasing systems and processes to make Britten even faster and more efficient

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to be exclusive or exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Experience in purchasing and sourcing within fast-paced, project-driven environments
• Skilled in creating, tracking, and closing purchase orders across multiple active jobs
• Strong vendor sourcing, pricing, and relationship management abilities
• Understanding of materials, hardware, and fabrication workflows
• Able to read and interpret drawings and bills of materials to plan material needs
• Clear, organized communicator across vendors, PMs, and production
• Proactive problem solver who stays ahead of lead-time and supply issues
• Detail-focused, dependable, and thrives under tight deadlines
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus
• Collaborative and motivated by delivering world-class projects
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Office environment working atmosphere
• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments 
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods  
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another 
• Communicating with others to exchange information 
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Performing and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work 
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing
• Light work that includes moving or adjusting objects up to 20 pounds

Compensation and Benefits

A competitive hourly rate and/or salary is being offered, and a full benefits package for all full-time positions. Benefits Package Highlights: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage options
• 401K with employer match of contribution (Employer match equal to 50% of contributions to the plan, up to 6% of employee’s pay) 
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (Full-time employees) 
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance company provided 
• Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots (if position requires and qualifies). Company-provided safety, skill development, and/or leadership training opportunities
   

Britten, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristics as protected by federal, state or local law. Britten, Inc. is a drug free employer.