What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing agent position at TCM Corp. (Acquired by Southland Industries)?
Position Summary
This role is responsible for acting as our Projects Onsite Project Purchasing Agent work to include fulfilling material orders, take offs, will call orders, data entry, expediting, invoicing errors and other duties that the Project Executive and Purchasing Manager determines that needs support
What You’ll Do
On-site Project Purchasing and placing orders.
Partners with suppliers to follow-up on delivery dates and back orders. Tracks the status of all back orders and informs appropriate team members and departments of any issues.
Maintains current and accurate files of suppliers pricing within the ERP system and purchasing spreadsheets. Utilizing COINS ERP
Processing material receivers. Coordinates bulk deliveries of rough products, to meet deadlines.
Processing material returns and credits.
Supports the RFQ, RFP Order / Track onsite rental equipment
Assist Manage PM’s / PE’s with equipment purchases.
Processes to obtain product information such as pricing, availability, and delivery schedule.
What You’ll Need To Be Successful
High school degree or G.E.D required
Minimum 5-7 years experience in purchasing or customer service support
Understanding of purchasing practices and systems preferred
Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while planning and executing timely, effectively, efficiently, and accurately
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, quality oriented, and strong attention to detail required
Experience with Microsoft Suite- specifically Excel, data base software, and experience using ERP software. (COINS preferred)
Ability to work in a continuous improvement environment
Ability to work effectively with suppliers, customers, project management team, field staff, and accounting in a team environment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
YOU Matter
PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN
At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels.
If you’re someone with a true passion for our industry, a life-long learner, with high accountability and a drive for results we’re looking for you! At Southland, we hire problem solvers that are focused on providing customer value through continuous improvement and will take ownership to create the best experiences that will have an impact wider than their own job. We thrive on creating a strong company and culture where you’ll feel engaged, challenged, and valued.
If you’re ready for the next big step in your career and want a career full of fun and excitement and to be a part of a fast-paced growing company, then JOIN our team and become a part of an organization that values PEOPLE, SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY.
Benefits
As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family:
For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website: Southland Careers or on Facebook or LinkedIN
To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Culture site - Explore Our Culture
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
If you don’t feel this position is a match for you, we encourage you to share it with others. Feel free to share throughout your social networks and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to keep up to date on what we’re doing as a company.
This role is responsible for acting as our Projects Onsite Project Purchasing Agent work to include fulfilling material orders, take offs, will call orders, data entry, expediting, invoicing errors and other duties that the Project Executive and Purchasing Manager determines that needs support
What You’ll Do
On-site Project Purchasing and placing orders.
Partners with suppliers to follow-up on delivery dates and back orders. Tracks the status of all back orders and informs appropriate team members and departments of any issues.
Maintains current and accurate files of suppliers pricing within the ERP system and purchasing spreadsheets. Utilizing COINS ERP
Processing material receivers. Coordinates bulk deliveries of rough products, to meet deadlines.
Processing material returns and credits.
Supports the RFQ, RFP Order / Track onsite rental equipment
Assist Manage PM’s / PE’s with equipment purchases.
Processes to obtain product information such as pricing, availability, and delivery schedule.
What You’ll Need To Be Successful
High school degree or G.E.D required
Minimum 5-7 years experience in purchasing or customer service support
Understanding of purchasing practices and systems preferred
Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while planning and executing timely, effectively, efficiently, and accurately
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, quality oriented, and strong attention to detail required
Experience with Microsoft Suite- specifically Excel, data base software, and experience using ERP software. (COINS preferred)
Ability to work in a continuous improvement environment
Ability to work effectively with suppliers, customers, project management team, field staff, and accounting in a team environment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
YOU Matter
PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN
At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels.
If you’re someone with a true passion for our industry, a life-long learner, with high accountability and a drive for results we’re looking for you! At Southland, we hire problem solvers that are focused on providing customer value through continuous improvement and will take ownership to create the best experiences that will have an impact wider than their own job. We thrive on creating a strong company and culture where you’ll feel engaged, challenged, and valued.
If you’re ready for the next big step in your career and want a career full of fun and excitement and to be a part of a fast-paced growing company, then JOIN our team and become a part of an organization that values PEOPLE, SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY.
Benefits
As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family:
- 401(k) Plan with 50% Company Match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
- Annual incentive program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - 100% Paid for Employee
- Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Disability Income Protection Insurance
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
- Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
- Numerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses
For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website: Southland Careers or on Facebook or LinkedIN
To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Culture site - Explore Our Culture
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
- All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug tests, background checks and professional reference checks. **
If you don’t feel this position is a match for you, we encourage you to share it with others. Feel free to share throughout your social networks and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to keep up to date on what we’re doing as a company.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000
