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Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances is a longstanding, family-owned company in the Madison area. Icons of design and paragons of performance and quality, Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove are the refrigeration, cooking, and dishwashing specialists found in world’s most luxurious homes. We look for team members who are driven by innovation and excellence, striving to serve our customers by doing what is right—with integrity, teamwork, and accountability.
Our NPD Buyers on the Supply Chain team are integral to the success of bringing our innovative products to market.
Growth and development are important aspects of this position. Whether you aspire to be a leader or a technical expert, this position will set you up for success in the future.
Primary Responsibilities
As a Project Buyer, you will be responsible for partnering with new product development teams to deliver best-in-class luxury appliances that provide value to the customer as well as profitability to the organization.
- Provide leadership to NPD Team in the following activities: Supplier Qualification, Project Management & Product Implementation, Supplier Performance, Product Reliability & Warranty and Total Cost Management.
- Ability to articulate the company’s business requirements and objectives to the NPD supply chain so that all NPD suppliers are properly aligned for success.
- Assess NPD supply chain for misalignment with our business objectives and lead supplier development strategies for realignment when needed.
- Compose and execute contractual NPD Agreements that provide the lowest risk to the Company as well as conducting on-going negotiations and actions to ensure the best interests of the Company are protected during the life of the contract.
- Lead Supply Chain activities as part of a NPD cross functional team.
- Ability to clearly communicate concise updates, assessments and recommendations of the NPD Team with Corporate Management Team.
- Work cohesively with the Sub-Zero Group’s Supply Chain team which includes Strategic Sourcing, Demand Planning, Import-Export, Transportation, and the Operations team to optimize the NPD business.
- Lead or assist in sourcing of NPD suppliers to optimize Sub-Zero Group’s strategic business alliances.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Some travel (10-20%) will be required including international travel
- 8+ years supply chain experience
- Intermediate experience in project management
- Excellent customer service and computer skills
- Ability to read blueprints
- High level of interpersonal and organizational savvy
- Demonstrates creativity, technical skills, and problem-solving attributes
- Advanced knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods/processes
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
- CPSM/CPM
- SAP experience
- Buying experience in the manufacturing industry
- Six Sigma and Lean training
We value our employees by providing:
- Competitive compensation based on skills
- Industry leading health, dental, and vision plans
- Generous 401 (K) savings and profit sharing
- On-site UW Health clinic, fitness center, and walking paths
- Education assistance and internal training programs
- Electric vehicle charging
- Maternity & paternity leave
- Interested in learning more on our robust benefits package we offer? Click here (https://www.subzero-wolf.com/company/careers/benefits)!
This position requires a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and background check, which will be administered after a conditional job offer is extended. A negative drug/alcohol test result is required for employment. Refusal to take the test or a positive result may disqualify a candidate from further consideration. All drug testing will be conducted in accordance with federal and state laws.
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Supply Chain or related field
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project buyer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field
- Experience managing purchase orders and vendor negotiations on capital or construction projects
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or comparable platforms
- Familiarity with subcontract administration and change order management processes
- Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, contract terms, and commercial risk
- CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent supply chain certification preferred by many employers
Tips for Your Project Buyer Job Search
Quantify savings and cost avoidance
Project buyer resumes that land interviews show concrete outcomes: cost reductions negotiated, supplier lead times shortened, or budget variances closed. Pull those figures from your past roles and put them in your bullet points, not buried in a summary.
List your commodity and category experience
Hiring managers scan for specific commodity experience like mechanical components, raw materials, or MRO. Name the categories you've sourced directly in your resume header or a skills section so recruiters don't have to guess.
Get clear on project versus category buying
Project buyer roles tie procurement to a defined project scope and timeline, unlike category managers who own ongoing spend. Tailor your application language to emphasize cross-functional team coordination, milestone-driven purchasing, and closeout activities.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists project buyer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for project buyer roles frequently ask how you handled a supplier who missed a critical delivery or how you managed scope changes mid-project. Prepare two or three real examples that show your decision-making under schedule pressure, not just what you purchased.
Negotiate by anchoring to market data
When you receive an offer, reference Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data and industry salary surveys for procurement roles at your experience level. Framing your ask around verified data rather than a personal number gives you a defensible position in the conversation.
Project Buyer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most project buyers?
The companies hiring the most project buyers right now include Mortenson Construction, Central States Industrial, and VIVA, with the largest share of openings in Minnesota, Texas, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Construction, defense, and energy infrastructure firms consistently account for a large portion of active postings.
How many project buyer jobs are remote?
About 81% of project buyer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is relatively low compared to other procurement roles. Subcontract-heavy positions and roles tied to active construction or manufacturing sites are most likely to require on-site presence, while indirect spend and administrative buying functions are more often offered with remote flexibility.
How do you become a project buyer?
Start with a degree in supply chain, business, or a technical field, then gain experience in purchasing or procurement support roles. Build hands-on familiarity with purchase orders, vendor negotiation, and ERP systems. Progress into project-aligned positions by volunteering for cross-functional project teams, then pursue roles with explicit project scope responsibilities and work toward a CPSM or CPIM certification to strengthen your profile.
Can you get hired as a project buyer without direct experience?
Yes, candidates with adjacent experience in procurement coordination, supply chain operations, or project administration are frequently considered for entry-level project buyer roles. Emphasize any exposure to purchase orders, supplier communication, or project scheduling. Earning an entry-level supply chain certification and demonstrating comfort with ERP tools can offset a shorter direct history in the title itself.
What does the project buyer interview process look like?
Most project buyer interviews involve an initial phone screen with HR, followed by one or two rounds with the procurement manager and sometimes a cross-functional project lead. Expect behavioral questions about supplier disputes, delivery failures, and budget pressure, plus scenario questions about how you'd handle scope changes or sole-source justifications. Some employers include a short written exercise or case study tied to a sourcing decision.
Where can I find and apply to project buyer jobs?
You can find and apply to project buyer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your background and location preferences, and apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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