Purchasing Agent: Electrical Construction (Las Vegas)

Company Overview:

One of the largest privately held electrical contracting companies in the nation, employing more than 75 project managers and over 2,600 electricians. The company offers services throughout the U.S. and excels at all levels of project design, development, management, installation and commissioning.

Primary Function:

Responsible for the purchase of electrical equipment and construction materials, and issuing subcontracts

Duties include:

• Review Bills of Material with VP Purchasing or Div Mgr to determine major buy-outs & subcontracts vs. field order/release items.
• Prepare written inquiries & obtain written quotes for Vendor supplied items and subcontracts.
• Receive & evaluate vendor bids taking into consideration, price, delivery requirements, past performance of Vendor to determine successful bidder.
• Negotiate terms & conditions, and issue Purchase Order or Subcontract with all required documentation.
• Negotiate and issue Change Orders to Purchase Orders and Subcontracts with all required documentation.
• Receive field orders and issue or release from blanket purchase orders. Maintain file/spreadsheet to track qty/price against BOM/Budget.
• Interface with vendor, field foreman, project mgmt and/or supervisor to resolve delivery problems and equipment defects.
• Review and approve invoices. Coordinate and resolve invoice problems with vendor and A/P.
• Establish and maintain working contact with vendors. Meet with sales and vendor representatives as required.
• Handle return material and ensure project receives proper and timely credit.
• Issue, monitor, and debit Work Orders for work performed on vendor’s behalf.

Position Requirements:

5 years electrical construction purchasing experience as well a thorough knowledge of electrical equipment and construction materials. Must have a working knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures, policies and accounting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills essential.

If interested in this Purchasing Agent job, please fill out the form below:

Job Order #SUB 5351