Purchasing Agent

Contra Costa Electric, Inc.; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription

401k with company match

Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time

Educational assistance

Job summary

Contra Costa Electric, Inc. is looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to oversee the procurement of electrical materials, tools, and equipment for commercial and industrial projects. The ideal candidate should have experience in the electrical contracting field, vendor relations, and inventory management.

This role involves sourcing materials, evaluating suppliers, and collaborating effectively with project teams to ensure timely deliveries. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, and 401k match.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of purchasing experience in the electrical or construction industry.
• Proficiency in procurement and invoicing software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase electrical materials based on project specifications.
• Evaluate suppliers for cost, availability, and delivery performance.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and invoices.

Skills

Business writing and reporting skills

Knowledge of electrical materials and construction workflows

Tools

Procurement and invoicing software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

We are an electrical construction firm offering total electrical construction, engineering, facilities maintenance, utility, sound and communications, and renewable energy services. We combine broad electrical and energy systems expertise with a strong commitment to quality service and total customer satisfaction.

Job Summary

Contra Costa Electric is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Agent to manage the procurement of electrical materials, tools, and equipment for commercial and industrial projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in the electrical contracting industry and a strong understanding of vendor relations, inventory control, and project timelines.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Source and purchase electrical materials based on project specifications and submittals.
• Evaluate suppliers for cost, availability, and delivery performance.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and invoices.
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure timely material deliveries.
• Track orders from date of issue to delivery.
• Resolve discrepancies in shipments and invoices.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and OSHPD requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams and estimating to provide submittal documentation.
• Partner with teams to request quotes from vendors and review for accuracy.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of purchasing experience in the electrical or construction industry.
• Proficiency in procurement and invoicing software and Microsoft Excel.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Business writing and reporting skills
• Knowledge of electrical materials and construction workflows.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Must maintain excellent communications and working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.
• Comply with EMCOR’s Values, Business Code of Conduct, and Business Ethics.
• Must be skilled in prioritizing, problem solving, multi-tasking and planning/organization to meet deadlines.
• Perform work tasks by receiving direction and then working independently with an interest in quickly learning and applying new skills and abilities.
• Demonstrate consistent ability to be dependable, consistent, diligent, and thorough.
• Must be self‑motivated, dependable, and able to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English and collaborate with employees, vendors, and suppliers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands of this position are those associated with working in a typical office environment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. This role requires communicating verbally and in writing one on one, in small groups, as well as presenting to larger groups of employees. This role requires the ability to work at a computer (reading and keying) for extended periods of time. The employee must move within the office to retrieve files and meet with employees in their offices or conference room. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty‑five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

CONTRA COSTA ELECTRIC, INC. is and EMCOR company and offers a full benefit package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• Educational assistance
• Salary based on experience and qualifications.
  • Salary Range from $30/hr to $40/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, disabled, and all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.