Electrical Purchaser

Slifco Electric, LLC; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Slifco Electric, LLC in Michigan seeks an Electrical Purchaser to lead procurement for electrical construction projects. You will review drawings, manage purchase orders, negotiate with vendors, and coordinate with project teams to meet budgets and schedules.

Relocation assistance is provided. The role requires 3+ years in electrical procurement, strong vendor management, and proficiency with MS Office; ERP experience is a plus. Join a growing firm serving automotive and heavy industrial sectors.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement experience within electrical construction.
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials and construction procurement practices.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and Teams; ERP experience 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 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

Communication

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Teams

ERP systems

Job description

Electrical Purchaser

Department: Purchasing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Michigan

Reporting To: VP Purchasing

Description

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.
• 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.

Slifco Electric LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer