Purchasing Agent

McKamish Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

McKamish is a family-owned mechanical contractor focused on teamwork, growth, and community involvement. The Purchasing Agent will pursue competitive pricing, issue purchase orders for HVAC and plumbing materials, and manage orders through delivery while building vendor relationships.

This role requires a degree or 2+ years of purchasing experience, strong MS Office skills, and clear communication in a fast-paced environment. On-site position in Pittsburgh, PA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years purchasing work experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience in commercial construction or specialty trades preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain vendor relationships.
• Pursue New Vendor information for Accounting.
• Request Pricing from Vendors for Facilities, Personnel, and Projects in compliance with specifications and/or schedule requirements as requested.
• Pursue and analyze vendor quotations and terms.
• Issue purchase orders in compliance with requirements and in a timely fashion.
• Expedite deliveries of orders and any backorders.
• Validate, review and approve invoices for overhead account orders.
• Assist with various facility items as required (i.e. security system, phone system, utilities, etc.).
• Assist with rental requirements as required (vehicles, equipment, etc.).
• Special projects related to purchasing as requested.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Organization

Under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree

2+ years purchasing experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

MS Windows

Job description

• Pursue New Vendor information for Accounting.

McKamish’s most valuable assets are our employees. We focus on training for our employees so that they can grow and develop in the company and as individuals. As a family-owned mechanical contractor, McKamish fosters a culture of teamwork, communication and community involvement.

Reports To

Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Summary Of Position

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for pursuing competitive pricing and issuing Purchase Orders for Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing materials. The purchasing agent also follows up on orders through production until final delivery. Build and maintain vendor relationships. This job requires an individual that is a team player, with the ability to function well in a challenging and fast-paced environment while paying attention to detail and communicating clearly.

Major Activities

• Build and maintain vendor relationships.
• Pursue New Vendor information for Accounting.
• Request Pricing from Vendors for Facilities, Personnel, and Projects in compliance with specifications and/or schedule requirements as requested.
• Pursue and analyze vendor quotations and terms.
• Issue purchase orders in compliance with requirements and in a timely fashion.
• Expedite deliveries of orders and any backorders.
• Validate, review and approve invoices for overhead account orders.
• Assist with various facility items as required (i.e. security system, phone system, utilities, etc.).
• Assist with rental requirements as required (vehicles, equipment, etc.).
• Special projects related to purchasing as requested.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or two + years in purchasing work experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Window programs & Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, & Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial construction or specialty trades.
• Knowledge of global sourcing and supply chain management.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Office-based with regular interaction with warehouses, suppliers, and transport providers.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to supplier or logistics partner sites.

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrate collaboration, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication abilities.

Reasonable Accommodations Statements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to be able to perform the essential functions.

McKamish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE M/F/D

Our deep knowledge of the mechanical construction industry paired with our commitment to our employees, makes McKamish a great place to work. Learn more about our company.