Purchasing Agent

Southland Industries, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays and time off

Professional development opportunities

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Houston to execute quoting, procurement, and delivery with qualified suppliers. You will determine best-evaluated solutions, collaborate with accounting, and support project management to resolve issues promptly.

The role requires 3+ years in construction purchasing, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with ERP systems, preferably COINS. A 2-year AA degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

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.
• Excellent negotiation and procurement skills.
• Strong time management and multi-project delivery capability.
• Attention to detail and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills material requisitions, procures and ensures competitive pricing and delivery.
• Partners with staff to streamline systems and resolve invoices for payment.
• Assists in bid document preparation and bidder list management.
• Coordinates with project managers to procure materials and resolve supplier issues.
• Coordinates bulk deliveries to meet deadlines.
• Prepares and manages purchase orders and follows up on past-due orders.

Skills

Negotiation

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

AA degree preferred

Equivalent experience

Tools

COINS ERP

ERP software

Job description

This role is responsible for executing 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 will be responsible for determining and making recommendations for the best evaluated solution for the Company with respect to cost, quality, delivery, National Supply Agreement and other similar elements.

• Fulfills material requisitions from field staff, estimating or fabrication shop, procures and ensures product is ordered at a competitive price and delivery of product to user within required timeframes.
• Partners with staff and management to eliminate waste and streamline systems. Partners closely with A/P and Project Management to quickly resolve problem invoices and remits for payment within an acceptable time frame.
• Assists in compiling and preparing bid documents and bidders list, including inquiry preparations, request for bids and recommendations for award of contract.
• Coordinates and assists with project managers and other job functions in procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts and supplies. Assist in resolving issues and conflicts related to supplier activities.
• Coordinates bulk deliveries of rough products, to meet deadlines.
• Prepares and manages 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 of purchasing practices, 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, data base 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.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are anEqual Opportunity Employerand 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 establishedafter 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).

Job Location Houston, Texas, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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