Purchasing Agent - Electrical Contractor

Job Summary

Forest Electric NJ is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support the company in meeting its objectives and goals with the acquisition and procuring of various electrical goods, materials, devices, equipment and other items for commercial construction projects at various locations within New Jersey.

• Handle the day-to-day purchases as well as large electrical package buy-outs.
• Seek reliable vendors or suppliers to provide quality goods and materials at reasonable prices.
• Coordinate between vendors and staff with respect to availabilities, ship dates, cancellation dates.
• Review technical specifications for raw materials, commodities, components or equipment.
• Negotiate prices and purchases.
• Generate accurate purchase orders.
• Interact effectively with all members of the organization and outside associates.
• Coordinate with accounting staff on payment of invoices, resolving discrepancies and billing follow-up.
• Actively drive standard processes to achieve desired supplier performance (quality, delivery, productivity, lead time, etc.).
• Identify cost-saving initiatives.
• Manage vehicle fleet repairs.
• Adhere to company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Commit to quality assurance in all aspects of work.
• Provide regular, predictable and reliable on-site attendance.

• Five (5) + years of purchasing experience in the construction industry.
• Electrical construction procurement experience a plus.
• Familiarity with a wide variety of field construction concepts, practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of construction contract language and terms.
• Experience with Viewpoint by Vista construction ERP software highly preferred.
• Familiarity with local market is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and internet searches.

• The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer.
• Ability to regularly and consistently use a keyboard and mouse.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Please review our affirmative action policy.

• Compensation Range: $70,000 - $100,000
• Benefits:
  Medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability; 401(k) Savings Plan;
  College Coach; employee assistance program.
• Other Compensation:
  Position is bonus eligible.