Description

At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston has continued to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.

Weston Solutions has an opening for a Buyer located at our headquarters in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The Buyer is responsible for conducting federal and non-federal contract purchasing activities, as well as non-contract procurement, for commodities and services of moderate complexity. This role supports project and operational teams by ensuring procurement actions are executed efficiently, cost-effectively, and in full compliance with established corporate policies and applicable client contract requirements.

Location: West Chester, PA

Expected Outcomes:

• Prepare requests for proposals and requests for quotation to conduct market surveys for materials and services of moderate complexity in support of contract and non-contract requirements.
• Analyze supplier quotations and proposals to determine the lowest overall cost solution while meeting quality, delivery, and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with requisitioners and end users to clarify procurement requirements and provide feedback on material and service technology developments or improvements.
• Negotiate with suppliers to reduce overall costs, minimize administrative burden, and ensure all contractual terms and conditions are appropriately addressed.
• Prepare clear, accurate purchase documents within the automated purchasing system and proactively expedite supplier performance to ensure timely delivery of all contractual requirements.
• Evaluate commodities and services within assigned scope and recommend consolidation or leveraging opportunities to support company-wide cost reduction initiatives.
• Interface with Project Managers and assigned divisions to resolve procurement-related issues, escalating complex matters to functional management as appropriate.
• Provide one-on-one training to regional or divisional personnel on basic purchasing skills and procurement processes.
• Deliver timely status updates and feedback to functional management on procurement issues, cost savings initiatives, and performance within the Buyer’s control.
• Participate in material costing efforts to support Weston proposal development activities as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned. Weston reserves the right to modify this job description as business needs evolve.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with 0–3 years of related professional experience.
• General purchasing experience required.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to balance cost, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Federal procurement experience preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and resolve issues effectively.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and process execution.

We fully invest in our people: Weston provides a generous, comprehensive benefits package program that offers employees high value options with solid financial protection, meeting the personal needs of its people and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
• Paid time off includes personal, holiday and parental.
• Life and disability plans.
• Critical illness and accident plans.
• Work/Life flexibility.
• Professional development opportunities.

Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

Salary Range: $45,374 - $59,489 - $73,499