Buyer

Details:

Lyndhurst , VA 22980

$Dependent on Experience per hour

2025-08-21

full-time

0-3+ Years Preferred

Associate's Degree Preferred

No

Description:

*Disclaimer this is not a remote position. This position will work from the corporate office in Lyndhurst, VA.*

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Buyer to join our Purchasing team in Lyndhurst, VA. This office-based position plays a critical role in ensuring that materials, supplies, and equipment are sourced cost-effectively and delivered on time to support both construction and manufacturing projects nationwide.

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is a premier custom design build contractor for industrial refrigeration systems, providing design, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and service in-house.

Job Role: The Buyer is responsible for managing procurement tasks using our Epicor ERP system, maintaining vendor relationships, and aligning purchasing activity with project schedules. This role collaborates closely with project managers, engineers, and field teams to support smooth and timely project execution.

Key Duties:

  • Perform daily procurement functions in Epicor ERP including quoting, purchase orders, tracking, and documentation
  • Build and manage relationships with both local and national vendors
  • Source materials to meet cost, quality, and scheduling objectives
  • Coordinate with project management, engineering, manufacturing, and construction teams
  • Oversee returns and credits with vendors in coordination with invoicing and field/shop staff
  • Track all purchases to ensure delivery to designated office, shop, or field locations
  • Ensure timely procurement to support construction and manufacturing schedules
  • Facilitate communication across departments to streamline operations
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Purchasing Manager

Requirements:

  • Associate’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
  • Experience in construction or project-based procurement is a plus
  • Strong negotiation and vendor communication skills
  • Ability to make sound decisions within budget constraints
  • Quick adaptability to software platforms; Epicor experience preferred
  • Excellent organizational, documentation, and time management skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities; able to manage multiple priorities
  • Must be able to work on-site Monday through Friday
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel

Preferences:

  • Experience with ERP systems, especially Epicor
  • Demonstrated initiative and leadership potential

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a robust benefits package:

  • Retirement plan; company matches dollar for dollar up to 15%
  • Health insurance; company pays 75% of the premiums for employee/family
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Weekly pay
  • Competitive vacation & holiday pay
  • Supplemental insurance available (Aflac)
  • Short-term & long-term disability coverage
  • Accidental death/dismemberment coverage after one year of employment
  • Life insurance coverage after one year of employment
  • Employee referral incentives
  • Opportunities for advancement, professional development, training opportunities, and apprenticeship programs available
  • Discounts on cell phone plans, rental vehicles, and other company discounts for eligible positions

If you are driven to succeed and want to be part of a rapidly growing company at the forefront of the industry, apply today!