Electrical Buyer / Purchasing

JOB SUMMARY:

The Buyer is responsible for ensuring the efficiency of procurement operations within the company.  This position manages the company's procurement program for commodities, material packages, subcontracts, and tools / equipment.  The position requires organization, a motivational attitude and independent work ethic.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Excellent understanding and knowledge of electrical material and construction.
• Organize and coordinate operations in ways that ensure maximum productivity and cost efficiency.
• Communication with field on necessary information-contract documents, approved material submittals and forms.
• Maintain relationships with partners, vendors and suppliers.
• Assess performance against objectives and provide feedback.
• Ensure adherence to legal rules and guidelines.
• Research to find the best vehicle, equipment, tool, materials or subcontractor for the job and negotiate / compare prices to find the best possible product at the best price.
• Ensure each vehicle, piece of equipment or tool receives the necessary maintenance to prevent issues or major repairs.
• Track and bill tools and equipment for job costing.
• Work with Operations to review plans, specifications and contracts to ensure the correct service or material is ordered and/or procured.
• Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions, award subcontracts / purchase orders or recommend awards.
• Manage paperwork related to contracts, vendors and suppliers.
• Determine which contract method is used for procurement.
• Work with Operations and subcontractors to ensure project goals and budgets are met.
• Manage and maintain pricing structures with manufacturers, reps, vendors and distributors.
• Monitoring all cost pertaining to the project(s), and Cost Coding project expenditures.
• Represent and protect the interest of Liberty.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires high level of analytical skills, ethical behavior, security of sensitive information and maintaining company confidentiality.
• Strong aptitude for financial systems with proven ability to define problems, collect data and develop an action plan.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite products, APEX, COINS (or designated database), and the ability to research and maneuver on the web.
• Requires regular attendance and timeliness, reporting all scheduled and non-scheduled absences to Manager and Human Resources.
• Respectful of each employee’s area of responsibility, embracing positive relationships, and being aware of the need for all employees to perform the essential functions of their job with minimal interruptions.
• Ability to work independently, setting priorities, utilizing efficient time management skills to ensure all essential functions are performed in an accurate and timely manner within the work week schedule.
• Ability to develop procedural protocol for reoccurring responsibilities/tasks, establishing an efficient routine, streamlining processes, taking ownership of essential functions, and communicating processes with manager utilizing minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate oral and written, with concise and complete information, researching issues as necessary, proposing options if applicable, ensuring minimal impact on co-workers and customers.  Best judgment should be practiced for those issues that need immediate attention.
• Abide by corporate and division policies and procedures and familiarizing yourself with Liberty’s Employee Handbook.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of one year in the electrical industry.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Liberty Electric is an equal opportunity employer. We are a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All new hires and employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with company policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.