Purchasing Agent

This position will provide direct support for purchasing and warehouse duties with an electrical contracting company with multiple divisions. Individual must be able to multi-task, have computer knowledge in Microsoft excel and access, and be comfortable working at a desk and on the telephone, as well as assist in warehouse duties. They will report to the purchasing manager and/or the branch manager in the Southern California area.

**Job Duties include, but are not limit to**:

- Process purchasing requisitions, issue purchase requests and quotes, and track PO confirmations and deliveries.
- Update and maintain purchase order log.
- Conduct pricing comparisons between vendors, and request estimates for materials.
- Communicate with foreman on eta/options involving purchased items.
- Provide product and pricing updates to project and estimating teams.
- Develop new relationships and maintain existing relationships with vendors.
- Meet deadlines for delivery to jobsites for materials ordered.
- Accurately and efficiently processing invoicing when they arrive.
- Load and unload trucks with forklift and/or pallet jack as needed.
- Receive materials, confirm quantities against purchase orders, BOL or BOM, return/exchange any discrepancies/damaged material, and track backorders.

Experience needed but not required:

- Electrical Industry experience
- Above average computer skills and experience with computer programs (Word, Excel, Work, Access etc.)
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks.
- Should be self-motivated and self-starter
- Should be able to communicate ideas and instructions clearly
- Should be able to work well with others and be well organized.
- Forklift experience (Company will provide training/licensing)

Pay: $43,253.80 - $52,090.59 per year

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person