Electrical Purchaser

Slifco Electric, LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Slifco Electric, LLC in Sterling Heights, MI is seeking an experienced Electrical Purchaser to manage material procurement across multiple electrical construction projects. You will review drawings, generate and track purchase orders, and coordinate with project teams to stay on budget and on schedule.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in electrical procurement, deep knowledge of electrical materials, strong negotiation and vendor-management skills, and proficiency with MS Office; ERP experience

Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement experience in the electrical construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials and construction procurement practices.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and 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 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.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

Electrical materials knowledge

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Department: Purchasing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Michigan

Reporting To: VP Purchasing

Join Our Team as an Electrical Purchaser!

Sterling Heights, MI | Relocation Assistance Provided

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 Purchaser 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.

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: 3+ years of procurement experience within the electrical construction industry.
• Required: Strong knowledge of electrical materials and construction procurement practices.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with ERP or purchasing systems preferred. (note: closed tags corrected)