Purchasing Agent

Southland Industries, Inc.; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal/

Training and professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries, a nationwide MEP contractor, seeks a Purchasing Agent to execute quoting, procurement, and delivery of products and services from qualified suppliers within company policies. You will determine best value considering cost, quality, and delivery.

Responsibilities include fulfilling material requisitions, negotiating pricing, coordinating with project teams, and managing purchase orders to meet deadlines. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-year AA degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing practices, systems, and practices.
• Good negotiation and procurement skills with timely execution.
• Excellent time management across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills material requisitions and procures needed items at competitive prices.
• Ensures delivery within required timeframes to users.
• Partners with staff to eliminate waste and streamline systems.
• Assists in preparing bid documents and bid evaluations.
• Coordinates procurement with project managers and suppliers.
• Prepares and manages purchase orders; follows up on past-due orders.

Skills

Negotiation

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Supplier relationship

Education

Associate degree

Tools

COINS ERP

Job description

This roleis responsible forexecuting the quoting, procurement, and delivery of specified products and/or services from qualified suppliers and subcontractors within established Company policies and practices. The Purchasing Agent willbe responsible fordeterminingand making recommendationsfor the best evaluated solution for the Company with respect to cost, quality, delivery, National SupplyAgreementand other similar elements.

• Fulfillsmaterial requisitions from field staff, estimating or fabricationshop,procuresand ensuresproduct is ordered at a competitive price anddelivery of product to user within requiredtimeframes.
• Partnerswith staff and management toeliminatewaste and streamline systems.Partnersclosely with A/P and Project Management to quickly resolve problem invoices andremitsforpayment within an acceptabletime frame.
• Assistsin compiling and preparing bid documents and bidders list, including inquiry preparations, request for bids and recommendations for award of contract.
• Coordinates andassists project managersand other job functionsinprocuringgoods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools,partsand supplies.Assistin resolving issues and conflicts related to supplier activities.
• C oordinatesbulk deliveries of rough products, to meetdeadlines.
• Preparesandmanages purchase orders and follows up on past-due purchase orders .

Qualifications

• 2-yearAA degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Minimum3years’ experiencein the construction industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge ofpurchasingpractices, systems, and practices.
• Good abilityto effectively negotiate andprocureitemsin a timely manner.
• Mustpossessexcellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while planning and executingtimely, effectively, efficiently, and accurately
• Strong analytical andproblem-solvingskills, quality oriented, and strong attention to detailrequired.
• Strong product knowledge of pipe, valves, and fittings for Plumbing / mechanical systems.
• Ability tooperatea personal computer using spreadsheet, word processing, database software, and experience using ERP software. (COINS preferred)
• Ability to work in a continuous improvement environment
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers, customers, project management team, field staff, and accounting in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued.

Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).