Buyer II

Company Overview

Power South Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (G&T) electric cooperative with 22 distribution members — 18 electric distribution systems and four municipal electric systems — in Alabama and northwest Florida. Its member systems provide power to end‑use consumers across 51 counties in Alabama and 10 counties in Florida. Power South’s workforce exceeds 560 employees across nine locations, and safety is its number one core value.

As a Buyer II, you will procure materials, equipment, supplies, and services essential for the construction and maintenance of generation and transmission facilities. The role also includes procurement of services, document management, and vendor coordination. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Materials/Supply Management, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience in purchasing, procurement, or materials/supply management within a utility environment is preferred.

• Solicit quotations from vendors, evaluate them, and review documentation for completeness to meet Risk Management and Accounting requirements.
• Purchase quality materials, equipment, supplies, and services; advise the Purchasing Supervisor on requisition issues and vendor quotations.
• Manage requisition documents—specifications, quotes, and vendor correspondence—within the company database, ensuring accurate receipt, recording, and acknowledgment of purchase orders.
• Monitor purchase order statuses, report outstanding orders, and assist in negotiating terms and conditions for applicable general service agreements.
• Collaborate continuously with vendors to maintain relationships, coordinate with Power South Warehouse personnel, and analyze warehouse reporting for accurate catalog numbers and product descriptions.
• Insert buyer notes on requisitions regarding vendor and product quality and communicate to vendors to refuse unapproved substitute products.
• Support emergency authorizations to expedite vendor services, equipment, or material for emergency or unplanned work, ensuring compliance with schedules as directed by the Purchasing Supervisor.
• Promote teamwork, group goals, and open communication within Power South and with member systems, demonstrating respect, dignity, accountability, integrity, and trustworthiness.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan funded 100% by the company
• 401(k) Plan with up to 5% employer match
• Group Life Benefits
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Paid Holidays, Personal and Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industry: Utilities

Employment is subject to a negative drug screen, background check, and completion of a comprehensive application for employment.

Apply on Power South’s website at  by January 19, 2026.

EOE, including disability/vets