Category Buyer

Valmont is hiring a Category Buyer for a full-time position in Tulsa OK, offering candidates a meaningful chance to drive purchasing strategy within a collaborative workplace. This Category Buyer role near Tulsa OK suits professionals ready to take ownership of category management and supplier partnerships in a dynamic setting.

What This Role Involves

As the Category Buyer at Valmont in Tulsa OK, you will oversee procurement activities for designated product or service groups, focusing on cost efficiency, quality standards, and reliable supply. The full-time Category Buyer position centers on building category strategies, evaluating market conditions, and aligning purchasing decisions with operational needs. Day-to-day work keeps you engaged with vendors, cross-functional partners, and data that inform smarter buying choices, all while supporting Valmont’s broader goals from the Tulsa OK base.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies that balance cost savings with quality and delivery performance for assigned product groups.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms, contracts, and consistent material availability.
• Analyze market pricing, commodity trends, and demand forecasts to guide timely purchasing decisions.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships through regular reviews, performance scorecards, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance teams to clarify requirements and optimize total cost of ownership.
• Monitor inventory levels and purchasing pipelines to prevent shortages or excess stock while meeting production timelines.
• Prepare reports on category spend, savings achieved, and supplier risk for leadership review.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.

What You Bring

• Proven background in procurement, buying, or supply-chain roles with hands-on category management experience.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills applied to supplier selection and contract terms.
• Ability to interpret market data, cost models, and demand signals to build effective sourcing plans.
• Clear communication and relationship-building strengths that foster productive vendor and internal partnerships.
• Comfort working full-time on site in Tulsa OK, coordinating closely with local and extended teams.
• Familiarity with purchasing systems, basic project coordination, and continuous-improvement practices preferred for Category Buyer success.

Why Join Valmont

Valmont is hiring for this Category Buyer role and offers a supportive team environment where your contributions to purchasing excellence are valued. Joining the Tulsa OK location means working alongside colleagues committed to high standards and professional growth in a full-time setting focused on results.

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