Purchasing Agent- Columbus, OH

Sargent Electric Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team-driven environment

Opportunity to impact project success

Established company with strong reputation

Job summary

Sargent Electric Company is searching for a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support electrical construction projects from our Columbus, OH office. In this critical role, you will ensure materials, equipment, and services are procured accurately and on schedule.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience in purchasing within the electrical industry, strong organization and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join us at Sargent Electric and be part of a respected and growing company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing or project support experience in the electrical industry preferred.
• Candidates must have prior experience working for an electrical contractor or distributor.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical materials, equipment, and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers to plan purchasing strategies.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and contracts.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals.
• Track receipt of contracts and documentation.
• Coordinate with internal teams on material needs.
• Maintain data in project and cost systems.
• Support cost control initiatives through accurate reporting.

Skills

Strong organization skills

Prioritization skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

Vista/Viewpoint

Job description

Sargent Electric Company is a nationally recognized electrical contractor with deep Pittsburgh roots. Since 1907, we’ve grown into one of the region’s largest and most respected firms and are consistently named one of the Fastest Growing Companies by the Pittsburgh Business Times. Learn more at www.sargentelectric.com.

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support our electrical construction projects from our Columbus, OH office. This role is critical to ensuring materials, equipment, and services are procured accurately, competitively, and on schedule.

What You'll Do

• Partner with Project Managers to plan and execute purchasing strategies aligned with project estimates and timelines
• Prepare, review, and issue purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to protect company interests
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals and make recommendations
• Track and ensure timely receipt of contracts, insurance certificates, and required documentation
• Coordinate with internal teams (Fleet, Logistics, Project Teams) on equipment and material needs
• Maintain accurate data in project and cost systems
• Support cost control and estimating initiatives through accurate reporting and insights

What You Bring

• Strong organization, prioritization, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proactive, collaborative mindset with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Vista/Viewpoint preferred

Required Experience

To be considered for this role, candidates must have prior experience working for either:

• An electrical contractor
• An electrical distributor

with demonstrated knowledge of electrical materials, equipment, and procurement processes.

Will Also Consider

• Mechanical / HVAC contractors or distributors
• Plumbing / piping contractors or distributors
• Fire protection / sprinkler systems
• Low-voltage, telecommunications, or structured cabling companies

Additional Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing or project support experience in the electrical industry preferred
• Commercial and/or industrial project experience
• Low voltage or wireless experience preferred

Why Join Sargent Electric?

• Established, growing company with a strong industry reputation
• Collaborative, team-driven environment
• Opportunity to directly impact project success and cost efficiency

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sargent Electric Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.