Purchasing Agent

McKamish; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

McKamish in Pittsburgh is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage vendor relationships and issue purchase orders for HVAC and Plumbing materials. This role requires a Bachelor's degree or two years of purchasing experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs. Candidates should have experience in commercial construction or related fields. The job is office-based, requiring some travel to suppliers. McKamish promotes a culture of teamwork and offers training for employee development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or two + years in purchasing work experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows programs & Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain vendor relationships.
• Pursue new vendor information for accounting.
• Issue purchase orders in compliance with requirements.

Skills

Collaboration

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or two + years purchasing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

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.

Job Requirements

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