Purchasing Agent

Description

• Prepares and manages purchase orders and follows up on past-due purchase orders
• Fulfills material requisitions from field staff, estimating or fabrication shop, procures and ensures product is ordered at a competitive price and delivery of product to user within required timeframes.
• Assists in compiling and preparing bid documents and bidders list, including inquiry preparations, request for bids and recommendations for award of contract.
• Partners with staff and management to eliminate waste and streamline systems. Partners closely with A/P and Project Management to quickly resolve problem invoices and remits for payment within an acceptable time frame.
• Coordinates bulk deliveries of rough products, to meet deadlines
• Coordinates and assists with project managers and other job functions in procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts and supplies. Assist in resolving issues and conflicts related to supplier activities.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers, customers, project management team, field staff, and accounting in a team environment.
• Strong product knowledge of pipe, valves, and fittings for Plumbing / mechanical systems.
• Good ability to effectively negotiate and procure items in a timely manner.
• Ability to operate a personal computer using spreadsheet, word processing, data base software, and experience using ERP software. (COINS preferred)
• Ability to work in a continuous improvement environment
• 2 year AA degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Must possess excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while planning and executing timely, effectively, efficiently, and accurately
• Strong knowledge of purchasing practices, systems, and practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, quality oriented, and strong attention to detail required.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Disability income protection insurance
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits
• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance