Electrical Purchasing Strategist — Materials & Cost Control

Sargent Electric; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent Electric Company seeks a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support our Lewiston, ME office. You will help ensure materials, equipment, and services are procured accurately, competitively, and on schedule within electrical construction projects.

You will partner with Project Managers, issue purchase orders and change orders, and coordinate with internal teams to keep procurement data and documentation organized. This role emphasizes cost efficiency and timely supply management.

Qualifications

• Strong organization, prioritization, and communication skills are essential.
• Experience using Microsoft Office with emphasis on planning and reporting.
• Familiarity with Vista/Viewpoint or similar project software preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers to plan and execute purchasing strategies.
• Prepare, review, and issue purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to protect company interests.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals and make recommendations.
• Track and ensure timely receipt of contracts, insurance certificates, and required documentation.
• Coordinate with internal teams on equipment and material needs.
• Maintain accurate data in project and cost systems.
• Support cost control and estimating initiatives through accurate reporting and insights.

Skills

Strong organization

Prioritization

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Vista/Viewpoint

Job description

Sargent Electric Company seeks a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support our Lewiston, ME office. You will help ensure materials, equipment, and services are procured accurately, competitively, and on schedule within electrical construction projects.

You will partner with Project Managers, issue purchase orders and change orders, and coordinate with internal teams to keep procurement data and documentation organized. This role emphasizes cost efficiency and timely supply management.