Electrical Buyer

Slifco Electric, LLC; North Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Slifco Electric is seeking an experienced Electrical Buyer to support procurement operations across multiple electrical construction projects in Greensboro, NC. This role partners with Project Managers, Estimators, and vendors to manage material purchasing, lead times, and budget adherence.

You will review drawings and specifications, generate purchase orders, solicit quotations, negotiate terms, and track costs to mitigate delays and optimize procurement processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement experience within the electrical construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials and construction procurement practices.
• Experience supporting commercial/industrial construction projects preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with ERP or purchasing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing and procurement activities for electrical construction projects.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and material requests to ensure accurate purchasing.
• Generate, manage, and track purchase orders in alignment with project budgets and schedules.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality materials.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms with suppliers.
• Coordinate with project teams regarding material requirements and lead times.
• Monitor material deliveries and resolve delays or discrepancies.
• Track procurement costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with vendors, distributors, and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Assist in forecasting material needs across active projects.
• Develop and improve purchasing processes and standards.

Skills

Procurement experience

Electrical materials knowledge

Vendor management

Negotiation

MS Office (Excel/Outlook/Teams)

ERP systems experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Join Our Team as an Electrical Buyer!

Greensboro, NC | Relocation Assistance Provided

Department: Purchasing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: North Carolina

Reporting To: VP Purchasing

Slifco Electric is a premier electrical contracting firm serving the Automotive, Heavy Industrial, and Mission Critical sectors. We specialize in both ground‑up construction and major renovations, managing electrical packages ranging from small service work to multi‑million‑dollar installations.

Slifco Electric is seeking an experienced Electrical Buyer to support procurement operations across multiple electrical construction projects. This individual will play a key role in managing material purchasing, vendor relationships, cost control, and delivery coordination to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.

The Electrical Buyer works closely with Project Managers, Estimators, Superintendents, and vendors to proactively manage material procurement and mitigate supply chain risks.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead purchasing and procurement activities for electrical construction projects.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and material requests to ensure accurate purchasing.
• Generate, manage, and track purchase orders in alignment with project budgets and schedules.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality materials.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms with suppliers.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Estimators, and field leadership regarding material requirements and lead times.
• Monitor material deliveries and proactively resolve delays or discrepancies.
• Track procurement costs and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors, distributors, and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Support forecasting of material needs across active projects.
• Assist in developing and improving purchasing processes and standards.

What We're Looking For

• Required: 5+ years of procurement experience within the electrical construction industry.
• Required: Strong knowledge of electrical materials and construction procurement practices.
• Experience supporting commercial, industrial, or automotive construction projects preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with ERP or purchasing systems preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accountability.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to support complex and large‑scale electrical construction projects.
• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• Stable and growing organization.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Relocation assistance.