Purchasing Agent

RealREPP; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical dental vision coverage

Generous PTO

Gym membership

Career growth & work-life balance

FSA/HSA & disability insurance

No discrimination policy

Job summary

RealREPP is partnering with a growing, stable organization to recruit a Purchasing Agent responsible for quoting, procurement, and timely delivery of materials from qualified suppliers and subcontractors. You will evaluate cost, quality, and delivery against company purchasing standards and coordinate with project teams to optimize processes.

Ideal candidates have an Associate degree or equivalent experience, 3+ years in construction procurement, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing systems, practices, and procedures.
• Effective negotiation skills and ability to procure materials in a timely manner.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong product knowledge of pipe, valves, and fittings for plumbing/mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, database applications, and ERP systems (COINS preferred).

Responsibilities

• Fulfill material requisitions from field staff, estimating, or fabrication shops; ensure materials are procured at competitive prices and delivered within required timeframes
• Partner with staff and management to eliminate waste and streamline processes; work closely with Accounts Payable and Project Management to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment
• Assist in preparing bid documents and bidder lists, including inquiries, requests for bids, and recommendations for award
• Coordinate with project managers and other departments to procure goods and services including raw materials, tools, equipment, parts, and supplies
• Support resolution of supplier-related issues and conflicts
• Coordinate bulk deliveries of rough products to meet project deadlines
• Prepare and manage purchase orders; follow up on past-due orders and ensure timely delivery

Skills

Negotiation

Time management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate degree

Tools

COINS ERP

Spreadsheets

Database applications

Job description

RealREPP, a full-service recruiting firm, is currently teaming with a growing, stable, and nationally recognized organization to assist them in hiring a Purchasing Agent.

This role is responsible for executing the quoting, procurement, and delivery of specified products and services from qualified suppliers and subcontractors. The Purchasing Agent will evaluate and recommend the best solutions with respect to cost, quality, delivery, and alignment with company purchasing standards.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill material requisitions from field staff, estimating, or fabrication shops; ensure materials are procured at competitive prices and delivered within required timeframes
• Partner with staff and management to eliminate waste and streamline processes; work closely with Accounts Payable and Project Management to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment
• Assist in preparing bid documents and bidder lists, including inquiries, requests for bids, and recommendations for award
• Coordinate with project managers and other departments to procure goods and services including raw materials, tools, equipment, parts, and supplies
• Support resolution of supplier-related issues and conflicts
• Coordinate bulk deliveries of rough products to meet project deadlines
• Prepare and manage purchase orders; follow up on past-due orders and ensure timely delivery

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the construction industry preferred
• Strong knowledge of purchasing systems, practices, and procedures
• Effective negotiation skills and ability to procure materials in a timely manner
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Strong product knowledge of pipe, valves, and fittings for plumbing/mechanical systems
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, database applications, and ERP systems (COINS preferred)
• Ability to work in a continuous improvement environment
• Strong collaboration skills with suppliers, customers, project teams, field staff, and accounting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills

FANTASTIC All-In Compensation Package Includes

• EXCELLENT salary DOE + bonus
• 401(k) w/ 50% MATCH, NO CAP & IMMEDIATE vesting
• 100% paid medical, dental & vision
• Generous PTO days
• Gym membership + discounted cell phone
• Continued career growth & work-life balance
• FSA, HSA, life & disability insurance, and MORE!
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.*