Purchasing Agent

Prime Electric

San Jose, CA

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Candidates with experience in electrical construction and procurement will find this role in a collaborative, onsite environment rewarding.

Best fit for

Candidates with experience in electrical construction and procurement will find this role in a collaborative, onsite environment rewarding.
— “comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction”
Individuals with a background in vendor management and cost-saving initiatives will align well with this position.
— “suggest and implement cost-savings ideas”
Candidates who can thrive in a role requiring cross-departmental coordination and attention to detail will excel here.
— “ability to elicit cooperation from senior management and other departments”

Things to consider

The role requires on-site presence and may not be suitable for remote-only candidates.
— “maintain a physical presence onsite and provide assistance to specific groups”
Candidates must be prepared to learn and use specific purchasing and accounting software.
— “ability to learn and utilize REMARCABLE Purchasing and Vista Accounting software”

How to stand out

Highlight your experience with vendor negotiation and cost-saving strategies in your resume.
— “request quotes and negotiates prices with suppliers”
Showcase your proficiency with Microsoft Office products and attention to detail.
— “proficient with Microsoft Office products”
Emphasize your experience with project management and procurement processes.
— “confer with both project managers’ requests and vendors to obtain product or service information”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

Issued and managed purchase orders
Resolved invoicing issues
Implemented cost-saving ideas

Typical background

Associate degree or equivalentExperience in purchasing or supply chain

Skills & requirements

Required

PurchasingVendor ManagementCost-savingCommunicationProblem-solvingAnalytical Skills

Preferred

Remarcable Purchasing SoftwareVista Accounting Software

Stack & domain

Microsoft OfficeCommunicationProblem SolvingAnalytical SkillsRemarcable PurchasingVista AccountingNegotiationCost SavingsSafety ComplianceLeadershipTeamworkCollaborationPurchasingConstructionUtilities

About the role

Original posting from Prime Electric via Lever

Who We Are
At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging are foundational. This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry. Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions. PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform. Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions.
Recognized as one of Silicon Valley’s Best Places to Work!
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficient with Microsoft Office products
Strong communication, problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to elicit cooperation from senior management and other departments
Ability to learn and utilize REMARCABLE Purchasing and Vista Accounting software
Compensation:
What You Will Do: (It is not the intent for this to be an exhaustive list of all performance expectations associated with this position.)
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
Suggest and implement cost-savings ideas
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
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
-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.
This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Source: Prime Electric careers (Lever)