Senior Purchasing Agent

Prime Electric

$82K — $102K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or equivalent experience; or 5-7 years in procurement
  • Knowledge of electrical systems and subcontractors
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing software
  • Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills
  • Ability to negotiate and perform best-value analyses
  • Adaptability to changing priorities and environments
  • Proven capability in eliciting cooperation from senior management

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate procurement activities for goods and services
  • Develop relationships with vendors and subcontractors
  • Gather and provide product information to project managers
  • Organize and file procurement documents
  • Ensure compliance with purchasing processes
  • Manage purchase orders across departments
  • Assist with vendor setup and invoicing issues
  • Request and negotiate supplier quotes
  • Promote cost-saving initiatives
  • Maintain safety procedures and programs

Benefits

  • 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents
  • 401k Program with Direct Benefit
  • 100% Employer-paid Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability coverage
  • Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program
  • Education/Training Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Time Off
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

Under general supervision, independently coordinates the activities involved with procuring goods and services for projects, equipment, tools, parts and supplies in support of the company's purchasing function. Provides guidance and direction for less experienced purchasing staff.

What You Will Do

  • Continually develop strong rapport with vendors and subcontractors that support PRIME
  • Participate in project kick-off meetings to exert a shaping influence at an early stage and to optimize internal workflows and processes
  • Confer with both project managers' requests and vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability and delivery schedule
  • Keep information accessible by filing documents in an organized manner
  • Ensure adherence to the company's documented purchasing processes
  • Issue and manage purchase orders for approved requisitions and contracts, supporting a variety of departments
  • Partner with Accounts Payable in setting up new vendors and resolving invoicing issues as they pertain to purchasing
  • Ensure accuracy of costs and accounting codes through strong attention to detail
  • Request quotes and negotiates prices with suppliers
  • Knowledgeable of the process for acquisition of permits
  • Suggest and implement cost-savings ideas
  • Effectively communicate with all stakeholders
  • Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices
  • Maintain a physical presence onsite and provide assistance to specific groups, managers and project management teams as needed
  • Perform other duties as requested; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice


What You Will Need to be Successful

  • Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or five to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Knowledage of electrical systems (switch gear and lighting) and electrical subcontractors
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products
  • Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Proficient in providing best-value analysis
  • Ability to rapidly adapt and respond to changes in environment and priorities
  • Ability to elicit cooperation from senior management and other departments
  • Ability to learn and utilize REMARCABLE Purchasing and Vista Accounting software


Supervisory Responsibilities

  • May coordinate the work of others who assist in specific assignments


Special Requirements/Physical Demands/Working Conditions

  • Work is primarily performed in an office setting with minimal health or safety hazards. Noise level and temperature is moderate. Minimal lifting or climbing. Some travel such as, but not limited to, other offices, work sites and local business errands. Requires operating office machines such as, but not limited to, computers, copiers, scanners and phones.


$82,000 - $102,000 a year

Our Benefits

-100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee

-401k Program w/ Direct Benefit

-100% Employer-paid Life Insurance

-Long Term Disability

-Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program

-Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit

-Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

*Prime Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs. Prime hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies.

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