Virginia Transformer Corp · 2 days ago
Capital Projects Buyer/Expediter
Roanoke, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expVirginia Transformer Corp is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and they are seeking a Buyer / Expediter for their Capital Projects. This role focuses on procurement and expediting materials for capital construction and manufacturing expansion projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project requirements.
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Responsibilities
Assist with issuing purchase orders for CAPEX materials, equipment, and services in support of construction and expansion projects
Support quote collection, bid tabulation, and supplier comparisons for capital purchases
Verify purchase requisitions align with approved project scope, budgets, and technical requirements
Coordinate with Engineering and Project Management to confirm specifications prior to order placement
Track supplier lead times, fabrication milestones, and shipment dates for CAPEX items
Maintain expediting logs and delivery trackers for long-lead and critical path equipment
Proactively follow up with vendors and escalate potential delays to the CAPEX Supervisor
Coordinate delivery timing with site teams to support installation and construction sequencing
Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for suppliers after purchase order issuance
Schedule and document routine vendor status check-ins
Assist with resolving delivery, documentation, and basic logistics issues
Maintain organized procurement and expediting records including quotes, POs, delivery confirmations, and status logs
Assist with invoice matching and validation against purchase orders and receiving documentation
Support tracking of changes related to delivery dates, quantities, or scope clarifications
Interface regularly with Project Managers, Engineers, Construction Managers, and Finance
Provide procurement and expediting status updates for project meetings and reviews
Support CAPEX forecasting by maintaining accurate commitment and delivery information
Qualification
Required
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
1–3 years of experience in purchasing, expediting, logistics, or project support
Strong organizational and follow-up skills with attention to detail
Professional communication skills for interaction with vendors and internal teams
Basic understanding of purchase orders, lead times, and delivery schedules
Preferred
Experience in heavy manufacturing, industrial construction, or capital projects
Exposure to long-lead manufacturing or construction equipment
Familiarity with ERP or purchasing systems (SAP, Oracle, CMiC, or similar)
Interest in long-term development within CAPEX procurement or project controls
Company
Virginia Transformer Corp
Virginia Transformer is an engineering company that manufactures transformers.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Chief Executive Officer
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