Purchasing Agent

Horwitz; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and mentorship opportunities

Competitive benefits

Supportive work culture

Job summary

A leading HVAC and plumbing company in Minnesota is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage day-to-day purchasing activities critical to operational success. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience in sourcing and procurement, particularly with mechanical construction materials. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems is essential. Join a supportive team dedicated to professional growth and community impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience with purchasing, sourcing, or procurement analysis.
• PFV experience preferred.
• Experience using ERP or purchasing platforms in a construction or project-based environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the purchasing lifecycle by issuing POs and resolving discrepancies.
• Source and replenish PFV materials and negotiate terms.
• Improve AP efficiency and support e-invoicing initiatives.
• Collaborate with warehouse and dispatch teams to balance inventory.
• Conduct yourself in accordance with company core values.

Skills

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Strong working knowledge of ERP systems

Ability to create clear reports and analyses

Proven negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Purchasing software

Data analysis tools

Job description

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At Horwitz, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. For over 100 years, we’ve been a leader in HVAC, plumbing, electrical services, delivering exceptional service while fostering a supportive and innovative workplace. Joining our team means working with passionate professionals in a culture built on safety, accountability, professionalism, motivation, curiosity, and a can-do attitude.

We’re committed to your growth with training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities. Along with competitive benefits—you’ll be part of a company that values its employees and makes a positive impact in the community. Join Horwitz and become part of a legacy of excellence and opportunity.

Position Overview

The Purchasing Agent plays a critical role in Horwitz’s operational and financial success by equipping projects and teams with the best possible purchasing outcomes. By owning day-to-day purchasing activity with a categorical focus on PFV (pipe, fittings & valves). This role will partner closely with the field, project management and accounting to streamline processes, reduce exceptions while supporting new best in class tools and process evolution — all while reflecting Horwitz’s cultural values: Safe, Accountable, Professional, Motivated, Can Do, and Curious.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the purchasing lifecycle by issuing POs, coordinating approvals, tracking shipments, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate item and vendor master data.
• Source and replenish PFV materials, maintain specifications and pricing, negotiate terms, and monitor supplier performance for OTIF delivery and quality.
• Improve AP efficiency with contributions to first-pass match efforts, reducing invoice exceptions sources, supporting e-invoicing initiatives, and standardizing SOPs.
• Partner with project managers and field teams to ensure PO and receiving accuracy, proper job‑cost alignment, and coordination with change orders.
• Lead vendor management activities including RFQs/RFPs, scorekeeping, remediation planning, and maintaining required certificates and compliance documents.
• Use construction ERP systems and procurement portals to identify lead‑time risks, price variances, and process improvement opportunities, while helping test and implement new tools.
• Collaborate with warehouse and dispatch teams to balance inventory, prevent stockouts, and expedite critical PFV materials with a strong sense of urgency.
• Drive continuous improvement by standardizing workflows, shortening PO cycle times, and documenting scalable processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Conduct yourself in accordance with Horwitz core values: Safe, Accountable, Professional, Motivated, Can Do and Curious.
• Get better every day.

Skills And Education

Technical and Business Skills

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems, purchasing software, and e‑catalogs.
• Ability to create clear reports, business cases, and benefit analyses with actionable recommendations.
• Solid understanding of mechanical construction materials, engineering specification review, and logistics processes is a plus.

Interpersonal and Leadership Skills

• Proven negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with internal teams, vendors, and external partners.
• Demonstrated professionalism and poise under pressure.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and committed to continuous learning.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Transportation Logistics, Production Operations Management, Management Information Systems, Finance, or Computer Science.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience with purchasing, sourcing, or procurement analysis.
• PFV experience preferred.
• Experience using ERP or purchasing platforms in a construction or project‑based environment preferred.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal travel required, not to exceed 10%; occasional visits to job sites or vendor locations.