Procurement Engineer, Prefab Shop — Fast-Track Electrical

The Weitz Company; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tax-advantaged benefits (HSA/FSA)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Voluntary insurance options

Wellness program

Job summary

The Weitz Company in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Procurement Engineer to oversee material purchases for the Pre Fab Shop, place orders, track deliveries, and coordinate with project teams and suppliers.

You will review specifications, solicit proposals, negotiate costs, monitor supplier performance, and support with inspection and meetings. We value initiative, strong communication, and teamwork; electrical experience helps, MS Office proficiency essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing function.
• Electrical experience is preferred.
• Understanding of material work planning and purchasing requirements.
• High level of initiative and good judgement.
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively.
• Desire to work in a collaborative, team environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and manage purchase orders, align delivery with project schedule.
• Assist in specification review, bid prep, submittal review, and quote solicitation with supplier statements and proposals.
• Collaborate with logistics to ensure timely arrival of materials.
• Track incorrect or late orders and expedite as needed.
• Resolve payment/material discrepancies and track refunds.
• Monitor supplier performance and contract obligations; identify new suppliers.
• Issue and maintain department reports.
• Assist with material inspection, factory testing, and meeting coordination.

Skills

Purchasing

Electrical experience

Material work planning

Initiative

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organization/detail-oriented

MS Office

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job-specific software learning

Job description

The Weitz Company in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Procurement Engineer to oversee material purchases for the Pre Fab Shop, place orders, track deliveries, and coordinate with project teams and suppliers.

You will review specifications, solicit proposals, negotiate costs, monitor supplier performance, and support with inspection and meetings. We value initiative, strong communication, and teamwork; electrical experience helps, MS Office proficiency essential.