Purchasing Agent

Schuff Steel Co.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Schuff Steel in Phoenix, AZ seeks a skilled Purchasing Agent to manage bolt and miscellaneous steel requirements for multiple projects. You will leverage the MRP system to place and expedite POs, negotiate pricing, and vet vendors while aligning with project budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities include approving invoices, tracking material receipts, generating buying plans, and expediting deliveries to minimize waste and cost. A minimum of five years in steel procurement is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of purchasing experience in steel fabrication.
• Strong vendor negotiation and invoice approval experience.
• Experience with MRP systems and PO processing.

Responsibilities

• Approve bolt and misc product invoices and verify receipt.
• Create and maintain JOB BUYING PLAN for assigned jobs.
• Expedite material POs weekly and communicate issues to teams.
• Track budgets and identify cost savings across vendors.
• Monitor deliveries and adjust schedules to control inventory.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships and audits.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

MRP systems

Purchasing strategy

Budget management

Excel proficiency

Vendor evaluation

Education

High school diploma

APICS or related certification

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Blue Beam PDF

Kronos

MRP software

Job description

# Purchasing AgentHot JobPhoenix-420 Building-Office - Phoenix, AZ 85009## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeCategoryPurchasing - Procurement## Description**Employee Value Proposition**As a Bolt purchasing agent you will be responsible to determine the bolt and misc. steel requirements for all jobs and timely purchase of them using the MRP system and other system tools provided to you. The Purchasing agent will negotiate pricing, select the best vendors for a job, help vette vendors, place and expedite all orders. The Purchasing agent will communicate all job material issues to project teams. They will also follow all budgets and advise project teams when budget discrepancies occur.**Core Responsibilities*** Approves vendor invoices for bolts and misc products timely and confirms all items have been received prior to approval* Assists where needed in estimating bolt prices for estimating* Buys all bolts and misc products to meet budget, quality, special requirements and job schedule and enters PO's accordingly* Completes material status reports weekly* Continually watch spend for waste items, excess freight and other preventable costs* Creates JOB BUYING PLAN for all jobs assigned to buyer* Expedites all material Pos at least weekly, relays any problems to PM teams, shop, production and field superintendents* Follows up on all bolt releases needed from project team* Helps VP vette all vendors, advises VP of all delivery issues, quality issues and other vendor problems and assists in vendor audits* Measures cost savings vendor to vendor* Participates in pre-job planning, kick off meeting, confirming LOI/contracts release buying, QA/QC checklist, Schedule, job specs and origin requirements* Track budgets on all buys* Tracks receipt of bolts at job sites, confirms all paperwork is received and certs are received* Vendor visits and builds vendor relationships* Works with VP on bolt claims* Ensure the terms of purchase and prices of materials adhere to contractual or negotiated pricing parameters.* Schedule the specifics of size, shape and length of required bolts to enable ease of flow through the fabrication process.* Follow jobs in progress to expedite or delay shipments as needed to control inventory and expenses.* Interface with various levels of management with differing demands.* Manage multiple projects while meeting stringent deadlines.**Work Experience**Minimum of five (5) years of experience directly related purchasing experience in the steel fabrication business.**Education/Training**High school diploma or equivalent with demonstrable progress towards professional certification (for example APICS) or industry specific education or training in detailing, estimating or fabrication.**Specialized Knowledge Certificates & Licenses**As outlined in the Core Competencies, an individual must have thorough knowledge and an advanced understanding of each competency outlined above in order to carry out the essential functions of this position. Specialized Knowledge is also required in the following areas:* Demonstrated knowledge of basic business and purchasing principles;* Basic knowledge and understanding of steel construction in terms of required materials;* General understanding of Advanced Bill of Materials, Bill of ladings, and Purchase Order Processing;* Strong knowledge of plate products and plate mills and service center vendors.* Understands and follows all SOX related buying requirements**Software & Technology**Position will require the frequent use of MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Blue Beam PDF Software. Use of Kronos for timekeeping, and other software will be required (training will be provided).**Work Environment**Position requires as many hours needed to fulfill the daily and weekly obligations required to carry out the functions. Working long days including evenings and weekends can be required for this position. This position is indoors and may sit for long periods of eight (8) hours or more per day. Position requires ability to lift and carry shop drawings on occasion. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request for those who have disabilities that qualify under the American with Disabilities Act. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.At Schuff Steel, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. Our team environment is based on respect, effective communications, and accountability. We believe employees should have great working conditions along with opportunities to grow and develop. We proudly promote a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has a chance to be successful.Schuff Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an Affirmative Action Plan. We value Diversity.Rated by ENR as a leading builder in America, please consider joining our elite organization today. Apply directly. No agencies