Senior Purchasing Agent

Job Description

Job Summary

The Purchasing Specialist provides crucial support to the procurement and project management teams, ensuring the efficient acquisition of materials and services for construction projects. This role requires strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and reliability. The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for managing purchase orders, tracking inventory levels, and coordinating deliveries, while maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely payments. Effective communication and collaboration with suppliers, field personnel, and subcontractors are essential to meet project needs and contribute to the overall success of the project.

About us

Redwood Electric Group is a large business providing electrical construction and design services. We operate throughout the Greater Bay Area with offices in Santa Clara, San Leandro, Vacaville, and Sacramento. At Redwood Electric Group, our philosophy is focused on the commitment to our customers. Their success is a direct reflection of our success. Our business continues to reflect strong growth through innovation and our team's commitment to exceed customer expectations.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Evaluate electrical suppliers by considering price, quantity, availability, and quality of service.
• Meet with vendors and visit suppliers' facilities to learn about products, services, and pricing.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure the best deals on behalf of Redwood Electric Group.
• Verify purchases by comparing items to preloaded pricing files.
• Interact with suppliers to schedule delivery times and resolve shipping errors.
• Authorize payments and maintain receipts, records, and inventories.
• Attend industry trade shows to stay current on trends and meet suppliers.
• Research and compare suppliers, goods, and services.
• Select the most suitable suppliers based on reliability, product quality, and cost efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels and determine purchasing needs.
• Request cost proposals and negotiate contracts and prices.
• Prepare and process purchase orders.
• Maintain records of all transactions, purchase orders, receipts, and payments.
• Schedule and verify purchase deliveries.
• Build and maintain positive, long-term supplier relationships.
• Recommend parts / products based on field work order forms.
• Take phone calls from field personnel, vendors, and subcontractors.

Required Skills / Abilities

Disclaimer

The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the work typically performed in this role but are not intended to be a comprehensive list. Actual responsibilities may vary depending on department needs, project scope, or business requirements. Employees may be assigned additional tasks as needed to support company goals and operations.