Position: Purchaser

We are currently seeking one candidate for this role, this role is posted in both geographic areas listed below

Job Overview: The Purchaser will purchase goods and services according to departmental and organizational policies and procedures.

Rate of Pay: $55,000-$85,000 based on skills and experience

Expected Work Location: ONSITE – Evans, CO or Douglas, Wy

Expected Work Schedule: (M-F) weekly, 40hrs+ expected, flexible schedule within core business hours of 9am-4pm

L&L Fabrication is an ASME Code vessel shop Holding U and R stamps. We offer ASME-coded work built to spec, along with repairs and maintenance on used pressure-rated equipment.

L&L Fabrication, INC strives on quality work, meeting deadlines, and keeping everyone on the site safe. A high emphasis on safety, quality, and on time delivery.

Qualifications for this Role

• Experience working from engineering bills of materials/BOM’s to buy for fabrication or manufacturing business with complex and diverse components.
• Familiarity with raw structural steel, pressure piping components, valves, instrumentation, electrical wiring, paint and insulation materials commonly used in chemical processing and/or oilfield equipment
• Strong competency with Microsoft Office
• Has the ability to communicate both verbally and written
• Must be Eligible to work in the United States (I-9 Eligibility/Verification)

Expected Roles/Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders in accordance with production requirements and company policies.
• Ensures that purchasing agreements are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to forecast material requirements and ensure availability.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, inventory levels, and supplier information.
• Analyze market trends and material cost fluctuations to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work with finance to ensure timely payments and efficient delivery schedules.
• Participate in continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives across the supply chain.
• Assist estimating activities by quoting materials and entering parts costs directly into estimating spreadsheets.
• Continuously explore and evaluate new vendors for better pricing.
• Competitively quote and negotiate with parts and contract labor vendors to acquire materials and services at best possible price and lead time.
• Identify vendor costs that deviate greatly from typical market rates and investigate to ensure no misunderstandings occurred in the procurement process.
• Proactively interact with internal company stakeholders when clarifications or concerns about BOM accuracy, cost, or schedule issues arise.
• Assist project execution with staying on budget and on time by reviewing estimates and identifying cost/lead time variances of major items during procurement.
• Communicate and ensure vendors agree to comply with client specifications that affect material sourcing and requirements.
• Ensure production schedule is supported with on time delivery of vendor materials.
• The expected roles and responsibilities will be adjusted to fit business needs in appropriation to the individuals competencies and ability, this list is subject to change.

Physical Requirements of the Job

• This position will primarily be a working at a computer and will require visual acuity to complete those tasks as well as dexterity to grip and type.
• Occasionally you may be required to lift up to 25lbs
• Rarely you may be required to lift up to 50lbs
• There is the possibility for site walks which will require ability to walk, stoop, crawl, and utilize hands or tools.
• May require infrequent travel to different company and vendor locations in the Colorado, Wyoming, and surrounding areas.

Benefits (Available following the Probationary Period)

• HSA and PPO Health Insurance plans
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Accident and Critical Illness Plans
• 401k with up to a 5% safe harbor employer match
• Life insurance
• AD&D policy provided by the organization and expandable
• Ken Garff Ford – Fleet Vehicle access for purchase
• Advocacy and partnership via Benefit Partner
• Paid Leave/Paid Time Off Policy that is in alignment with CO-FAMLI (CO ONLY)
• Others added frequently.

Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted by [insert date, e.g., December 31, 2025].

IF VOID OF A FUTURE DATE ABOVE - APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ON AN ONGOING BASIS
How to Apply:

• Complete the application form available at this job board or at www.lnlfab.com/careers/
• Submit your resume and any required or maintained certifications jbooren@lnlfab.com
• For assistance, contact jbooren@lnlfab.com

Internal Posting: This position is being posted internally and externally. All current employees will be notified of this opportunity on the same day it is posted. Employees interested in applying should follow the same application process outlined above.
Post-Selection Notice: Within 30 days of filling this position, all employees who will work with the selected candidate will receive written notice including:

• The candidate’s name
• Previous job title and new job title
• Information on how to express interest in similar future opportunities