Engineered Equipment Purchasing Agent

Murphy Company; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Murphy Company, a leader in mechanical construction, is seeking an Engineered Equipment Purchasing Agent for its St. Louis office. This role focuses on procuring HVAC and plumbing equipment while collaborating closely with project teams. With a strong emphasis on employee well-being and integrity, Murphy Company offers competitive pay and benefits in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Health and life insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Robust wellness program

Personal time off plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or technical experience equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Some HVAC/mechanical design or engineered equipment sales experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Purchase HVAC, plumbing, and industrial engineered equipment for construction projects.
• Negotiate with vendors and place orders.
• Track orders and communicate status with project staff.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

HVAC/mechanical design

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

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Murphy Company, the Best Choice in Mechanical construction since 1907, is hiring an Engineered Equipment Purchasing Agent for our Purchasing team, located in our

St. Louis, MO office.

About Murphy Company

Since 1907, Murphy Company has been a leading mechanical contractor in the St. Louis and Denver markets that provides its professionals the environment, opportunities, technology, and tools to experience a rewarding career. Being a company that prides itself on its core values of employee well-being, enduring relationships, and integrity and professionalism, we know it starts with our employees. We strongly believe our people are our most important asset, and we strive every day to make Murphy a great place to work as we build our clients’ visions.

We Are Looking For Someone Like You

As an Engineered Equipment Purchasing Agent, you will be responsible for purchasing HVAC, plumbing, and industrial engineered equipment for construction projects nationally, but particularly in the St. Louis, Missouri and Denver, Colorado marketplaces. Position could be based in either location.

Your Day-to-Day at Murphy Company

• Interface internally with estimators, project managers, designers, and engineers to obtain order requirements.
• Solicit quotations and/or obtain bid time quotations from internal estimators.
• Evaluate quotations to determine best value and compliance with project requirements.
• Review construction drawings and technical specifications to assist estimators and project managers determine project requirements for equipment
• Interface with vendors to negotiate and place orders.
• Utilize our ERP system to issue purchase orders and approve invoices.
• Obtain equipment submittals, coordinate the submittal routing process, and maintain documentation.
• Track order status, expedite orders, and communicate order status with project staff.
• Interact with vendors to resolve product failures and disputes.
• Stay current with new product developments for engineered equipment in HVAC and Plumbing Industry
• Stay current with personnel changes at equipment suppliers

Bring Your A-Game!

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or technical experience equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Some HVAC/mechanical design, mechanical equipment construction, or engineered equipment sales experience is desired. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Willingness to negotiate.
• Limited travel

What We Will Bring to the Table

• A collaborative, family-friendly work environment
• Knowledge and expertise that has helped us grow and thrive for the last 115 years
• Competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, including health and life insurance, a robust wellness program, 401(k), and profit sharing.
• A personal time off plan that rivals our competitors

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Engineering

• Industries

  Construction

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