What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Precision Walls?
As one of the nation's premier wall and ceiling specialty contractors, Precision Walls, Inc. offers you an opportunity to join our team. We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent in our Cary, NC office.
Position Overview: As a Purchasing Agent this person's primary responsibility will be to support the Branch's efforts with selection of vendors, order entry and placement, pricing continuity, and all other procurement needs of that project. The Purchasing Agent becomes the Branches' support on product knowledge, product specification compliance, current market pricing, manufacturer options and supplier options available in the market. The Purchasing Agent aids the Branch in inventory responsibilities and is tasked with maintaining a lean, just in time, inventory balance at the Branch. Other procurement needs of the Branch include purchasing PPE items and rental lift equipment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Purchase Order data entry into the company's operating software
- Vendor interaction including; Dealers, Suppliers, Manufacturers', Sales Reps, etc.
- Material sourcing and procurement
- Large Job material buyouts
- Maintaining and administrating quoted job pricing
- Maintaining accurate records and files
- Assist in material specification compliance
- Offer competitive alternative material sourcing
- Aid Estimating with future job quote pricing
- Provide material support for Project Managers and the field
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Requirements/Experience:
- Minimum of two (3) years experience in purchasing
- Ability to build new, and maintain existing, client relationships that will drive the sales of the specialty product group
- Possess excellent written and verbal skills.
- Be capable of working both independently and in a team environment
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Retirement Plans
- 401K Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Health Plan
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Flexible Expending Account for healthcare
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Advancement and growth opportunities
- Performance bonuses (Incentive program)
Why PWI?
At Precision Walls, Inc. our Company has a track record of hiring, developing, and promoting quality performers of excellent character. We offer our employees competitive wages, a fun TEAM working environment, career growth and advancement opportunities. Our Company invests in each employee to provide them with the resources to succeed, make a difference, and transform their careers. We do more than help build buildings, we help our employees build their own successful futures!
100% Employee Owned
As an employee-owned company, we are passionate and dedicated to working like owners and as a team to enhance the success of the company. We are proud to be able to share in the benefits of our success through our ESOP program.
We must ensure that no applicant for employment or employee of the EEOC is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.
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We value the knowledge, skills and abilities you acquired in the military. Whether you are an active serve member transitioning or a military spouse, we want you to consider a rewarding career.
