Purchasing Agent

Performance Contracting; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan with 0%

Medical, prescription drug, dental and

Vision insurance plans with FSA option

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Flexible paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent for its Lenexa, KS operations. The role involves verifying, preparing, and forwarding purchase orders, expediting supplier deliveries, and coordinating payments while maintaining purchase records.

The ideal candidate will be proficient with MS Office, especially Excel and Word, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in a collaborative construction-industry environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word)
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to multitask and learn new skills quickly

Responsibilities

• Verifies purchase requisitions and clarifies items; suggests alternatives.
• Prepares and approves purchase orders with specifications and pricing.
• Opens, tracks, and expedites supplier orders.
• Verifies receipt of items and resolves any shipment issues.
• Authorizes payments and maintains purchase records.
• Collects and analyzes data to support purchasing planning and trends.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Critical thinking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Job Description

PCI is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent for its PCI Kansas City 567 operations based in Lenexa, KS. This individual will verify, prepare and forward purchase orders, verify receipt of items and authorize payments.

• Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives.
• Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.
• Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.
• Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers.
• Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
• Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
• Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
• Maintains purchase orders to ensure all have been billed timely and finalize once invoiced.

Salary Range:

$57,500-$77,000 annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program.

Basic Requirements:

• Purchasing experience, preferred, but not required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in team environment
• Ability to learn new job skills by engaging in the technical aspects of the job and applying new skills as they are taught
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask
• General knowledge of trade tools, equipment and materials used in the construction industry

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of material work planning and methods engineering processes and procedures
• Able to negotiate best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements
• Local or within 1 hour of office.

At Performance Contracting , our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

In our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive personally and professionally, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental , and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance , AD&D, and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus planEmployee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental , and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance , AD&D, and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug-free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG’s Drug-Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.