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Electrical Purchasing Manager

BESCO
Lexington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 2/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2025

Job Description

Job Description

At BESCO, we are more than just an electrical contractor—we are a team that values Safety, Family, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect in everything we do. Our commitment to creating a supportive, safe, and inclusive environment ensures that every team member thrives both professionally and personally. If you’re looking for a company where your skills are valued, and you can contribute to a collaborative and respectful workplace, we invite you to join us in powering tomorrow and building better futures.

We are seeking an experienced electrical materials purchasing manager to support our Lexington, Kentucky team with procuring, scheduling and inventory analysis for our jobs throughout central Kentucky. Attention to detail is a must. We offer competitive salaries, fantastic family health, vision, and dental insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, life insurance, and 401(k) / matching plans.

Join our growing team today!

Job Summary : We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Material Purchasing Manager to oversee the procurement and management of materials required for production or operational processes. This role is key in ensuring that the right materials are sourced, at the right price, in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality and vendor relations. The ideal candidate will have experience the electrical construction industry, strong negotiation skills, a keen understanding of supply chain management, and the ability to work cross-functionally with production, finance, and other departments.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Procurement Management : Source and purchase materials, goods, and services required for electrical construction, ensuring quality standards and production schedules are met.
  • Supplier Relations : Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and resolve any issues that may arise with deliveries or quality.
  • Inventory Control : Manage inventory levels to ensure materials are available when needed, while minimizing excess inventory or waste. This includes providing warehouse support as needed with scheduling deliveries and organization of inventory.
  • Cost Management : Monitor and control purchasing costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and collaborate with finance to establish budgets.
  • Order Management : Ensure accurate order placements, track deliveries, and manage order schedules to prevent delays in production.
  • Supplier Evaluation : Evaluate potential suppliers, manage the supplier selection process, and monitor supplier performance to ensure high standards.
  • Compliance & Documentation : Maintain accurate records of material purchases, supplier contracts, and related documentation in compliance with company policies.
  • Collaborate with Internal Teams : Work closely with Project Managers other departments and team members on multiple projects to align material procurement with operational needs.
  • Market Analysis : Stay informed about market trends, pricing fluctuations, and new suppliers to make informed purchasing decisions.

Qualifications :

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field is desired but not required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or material management in the electrical construction industry is strongly desired.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing software as inventory management software.
  • Experience with KOJO is a plus.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of supply chain and logistics operations.
  • Work Environment :

  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced, noisy, warehouse environment at times
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
  • Disclaimer Statement

    This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

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