Senior Buyer - (Engineering & Construction) - Kansas City, MO

EnergyLink Sourcing LLC serves as the centralized supply chain arm of Quanta Services and its operating companies. Our centralized approach enables us to establish stronger partnerships across our supplier and client networks, improve material availability, and drive greater certainty of delivery for our customers. We are proud to support dynamic projects that power communities and drive progress.

Our team is driven by integrity, responsiveness, and a commitment to delivering results. At EnergyLink, we believe in building long-term relationships with our clients, our partners, and our employees – grounded in trust, collaboration, and performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Location: 4770 N Belleview Ave, Kansas City, MO 64116

Senior Buyer – EnergyLink, a Quanta Services Company

EnergyLink is seeking a Senior Buyer to drive strategic procurement for major energy and infrastructure projects. You’ll manage sourcing, negotiations, and supplier relationships across the full EPC lifecycle, ensuring cost, schedule, and quality goals are met. Partner with engineering, project, and construction teams to deliver mission-critical materials and equipment.

• Lead or support purchasing for critical project materials and equipment—from planning and sourcing to order execution and delivery.
• Build and manage supplier relationships, ensuring quality, compliance, and performance while negotiating favorable terms.
• Coordinate logistics to deliver materials on time and within budget.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and suppliers, providing clear updates and communication.
• Identify risks and implement solutions, including alternate sourcing or expediting.
• Leverage ERP systems to track procurement, monitor inventory, and ensure data accuracy.
• Resolve supplier or delivery issues in collaboration with project stakeholders to maintain momentum.
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFx execution, cost analysis, and supplier performance reviews.
• Partner with project management, planning, and quality teams to align purchasing with project objectives.
• Senior Buyer focus: Lead high-value negotiations, mentor junior buyers, and influence broader sourcing strategies.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel).

• Experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, etc.).

• Negotiation, planning, and problem-solving skills that grow in complexity by level.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong business acumen, organization, and decision-making ability.

• Willingness to travel up to 25%; valid driver’s license required.

• Competitive base salary

• Generous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance

• 401(k) with a generous match to plan for your future

• Comprehensive benefits – medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Weekly pay for consistent, reliable compensation

• Great mentoring & career growth opportunities – we invest in your development
  
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.