Procurement Associate

For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot).

Elliot is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating and industrial/commercial services.

Job Description

As a Procurement Associate, your primary focus will be on efficiently processing orders and accurately managing data related to construction and electrical materials procurement. Your role is vital in ensuring the smooth flow of procurement operations, from order placement to delivery confirmation. With a strong emphasis on construction and electrical supplies, your attention to detail and commitment to precision will contribute significantly to our organization's operational efficiency and project success. Responsibilities include:

Efficient Order Processing and Data Management:

• Perform accurate data entry to input purchase orders for construction and electrical materials into procurement systems.
• Verify and confirm order details, including product specifications, quantities, pricing, and delivery schedules, with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor order status and communicate proactively with suppliers to track delivery progress and ensure timely receipt of materials.

Timely Procurement Operations Supplies:

• Process purchase orders promptly, following established procurement procedures and guidelines.
• Collaborate with suppliers to confirm order details and resolve any discrepancies or issues in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with project managers and site supervisors to align procurement activities with project timelines and requirements.

Data Reporting and Analysis:

• Maintain organized purchasing records, including purchase orders, invoices, and supplier documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Generate reports on purchasing activities, order status, and spending for construction and electrical materials as needed.
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, monitor spending, and make recommendations for process improvements and cost-saving opportunities.

Coordination and Communication:

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address procurement-related issues and provide support.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers regarding order specifications, delivery schedules, and any changes or updates to orders.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in procurement, order processing, or data management, preferably in the construction or electrical industry.
• Proficiency in data entry and order processing software and tools, with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to problem solve and provide assistance to multiple teams at once.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.

Benefits/Culture

Today, we are listed among Engineering News-Records Top 150 Specialty Contracting firms. Our success is based on our customers confidence in us; the loyalty, hard work and performance of our people; and the traditions with which Mr. Davis H. Elliot began the company in 1946. We understand that having the best team requires people being treated like family. Some of the benefits we offer our team include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K w/ company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program 
• Paid Vacation 
• Servant Leadership Training
• Uniforms and PPE provided