BIOFerm™ is a Wisconsin-based renewable energy company providing turnkey anaerobic digestion and gas upgrading facilities. Committed to sustainable and economical organic waste diversion, BIOFerm™’s digester technology harnesses biogas from fermenting organics - food waste, manure, biosolids, etc. - and converts it into valuable green energy, vehicle fuel, heat and organic products. Its biogas upgrading systems enable biogas producers to profitably upgrade biogas to renewable natural gas (RNG). BIOFerm™ is looking for a Purchaser who will review, evaluate, process, and maintain contracts; purchase materials, supplies, equipment and service; analyze product sources, quality, price and availability; and apply sound business practices in the development and analysis of contracts and purchasing functions.
Essential Job Functions:
- Manage procurement activities required to support projects
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors
- Source and qualify new vendors to expand and strengthen the supply base
- Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate bids for materials, equipment, and services
- Resolve cost or delivery discrepancies through proactive communication and analysis
- Draft, review, and analyze contract language to ensure compliance, risk mitigation, and alignment with company objectives
- Support project teams with negotiation strategies and execution
- Maintain compliance documentation and ensure adherence to company, client, and regulatory requirements
- Establish, maintain, and update material costs and lead time for project material lists
- Support bidding processes by providing material pricing and supplier input
- Analyze financial impacts of scope changes, site-specific requirements, and additions
- Work closely with accounting, engineering, project management, and jobsite teams to align purchasing activities with project needs
- Provide timely updates to internal stakeholders to ensure accurate budgets, schedules, and material availability
- Support cross-functional initiatives to improve procurement efficiency and cost effectiveness
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Competencies and Qualifications:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field
- 3+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or equivalent construction/EPC experience (related industry preferred)
- Demonstrated experience with technical and complex contracts involving clients and subcontractors
- Strong financial and analytical skills with experience in budget development and cost analysis
- Advanced knowledge of contracting principles, competitive bid administration, and negotiation strategies
- Skilled in interpreting and applying contract terms and conditions
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP software (experience with Acumatica preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and high attention to detail
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements