Purchasing Agent

Mission Critical Group; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Critical Group (MCG) is seeking a Purchasing Agent to secure materials and services for critical power projects. You will interface with internal teams, source suppliers, negotiate terms, and manage orders to meet deadlines.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 1+ year of customer service, and knowledge of ERP systems; preferred 3+ years procurement in manufacturing or construction; strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years customer service experience.
• Preferred: 3+ years procurement experience in manufacturing or construction.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and business writing skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Attention to detail; prioritization and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Interface with internal stakeholders to evaluate needs and issue purchase orders.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers on price, availability, quality, and logistics.
• Build relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Manage orders, track deliveries, and maintain records.
• Evaluate vendors through in-person visits to ensure quality.
• Negotiate sale agreements and supply contracts.
• Coordinate with shipping agencies to ensure timely deliveries.
• Authorize payments and manage purchasing expenses with records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years procurement experience in manufacturing/construction

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

• Compensation: USD 65000 - USD 75000 - yearly

Company Description

Mission Critical Group (MCG) is an end-to-end power systems and solutions provider that accelerates time-to-power and delivers scalable, resilient infrastructure for mission critical environments. By integrating engineering, manufacturing, modular deployment, and lifecycle services under one platform, we streamline execution and bring complex projects online faster - without compromising performance. With a robust U.S. manufacturing network, MCG supports data centers, power generation, healthcare, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and industrial facilities where uptime is non-negotiable. Mission Critical Group designs, manufactures and provides value-added services for customers requiring critical power solutions. Powering a new electric world for a brighter, more secure future.

Job Description

The Purchasing Agent will have very strong communication and negotiation skills, a high level of market awareness related to current/future projects and necessary component parts and/or services, and efficient organizational abilities to acquire critical supplies within specified deadlines to support successful project outcomes and organizational goals. The incumbent in this position will be flexible and customer-service focused, with a demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities for both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Interface with internal stakeholders to evaluate goods and services required and execute purchase orders to fulfill company and/or project needs and fulfill customer requests.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers based on price, availability, necessity, quality, and logistical expenses.
• Communicate and build professional relationships with vendors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage orders, track deliveries, and maintain accurate and organized records.
• Assess vendors and their offerings through in-person visits and analysis to assess quality of goods and services to established MCG quality standards.
• Negotiation of sale agreements and supply contracts to the benefit and profitability of MCG.
• Coordinate with shipping agencies and sellers to ensure timely deliveries.
• Authorize payments and manage purchasing expenses with meticulous record keeping.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years experience of customer service experience

Preferred

• 3+ years’ experience with procurement responsibilities in a manufacturing or construction environment.

Required Skill/Abilities:

• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Excellent negotiation and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective oral and written communication and business writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective prioritization, multi‑tasking and time‑management skills.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Ability to report into assigned location Monday-Friday.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and operating a computer.
• Must be able to communicate effectively using phones or computer software.
• Must be able to travel between MCG locations as needed, some travel could require overnight stays.

MCG is an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, and any other protected classes stated by applicable federal and state laws. MCG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

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