Entry Purchasing Agent

Entry Purchasing Agent

Idaho Power located in vibrant Boise, Idaho is looking for an Entry Purchasing Agent to join our Corporate Services & Communications team. It's an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we're working hard to safely provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. While this position is based at Idaho Power's downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote.

What does an Entry Purchasing Agent do for us?

Operates under direction of management and senior procurement personnel. For purchase requisitions, assists with spot buys, soliciting quotes, materials purchase orders, software purchases and renewals, the development of internal customer requirements, and meeting business unit cost objectives with focus on best value to Idaho Power.

In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

A competitive candidate will have :

• Knowledge of contracting practices
• Skills in time management, decision making, problem solving, presentation, analytical, and organizational skills
• Maintaining a strong attention to detail
• Microsoft Office

Ability to :

Minimum Requirements

Preferred :

Physical Requirements

This position requires working at a desk / computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.

Competencies : Business Acumen, Collaborating, Communication, Customer Orientation, Decision Making, Managing Work

Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.

Please note : Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H-1B visa.