Purchasing Agent - Construction

Australia-Employment; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401K

Long-term disability insurance

HSA

Paid vacation/personal/sick/holidays

Referral program

Top employer reputation

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent with a background in electrical construction to support material procurement on active projects in Santa Ana, CA. This on-site, permanent role coordinates purchasing activities, works with suppliers, and ensures timely availability of materials.

Responsibilities include evaluating supplier pricing, maintaining supplier networks, coordinating delivery, and ensuring accuracy of orders while upholding cost controls.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience within the electrical construction industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; advanced comfort with spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with vendor representatives.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple purchasing requirements simultaneously.
• Goal-oriented with emphasis on timely execution, accuracy, and cost-conscious decisions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day purchasing activities for construction projects, from identifying material needs through order placement and delivery.
• Source electrical materials, equipment, and supplies from qualified vendors following established purchasing practices.
• Prepare and release purchase orders based on project scope, material requirements, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates.
• Maintain and expand the company’s preferred supplier network in collaboration with the Purchasing Manager.
• Gather material lists, quantities, BOMs, take-offs, and requisitions from project managers and field supervision.
• Evaluate supplier pricing to support cost-conscious purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate with vendors on delivery timing, staging, and storage to support project schedules.
• Ensure order accuracy and track delivery dates.
• Collaborate with logistics to resolve shortages and shipping delays.
• Keep purchasing documentation organized and current.
• Communicate with field personnel and internal teams to align purchasing with project requirements.
• Assist with procurement workflow improvements and supplier performance initiatives.
• Adhere to company procedures and internal controls.
• Maintain dependable attendance and follow-through.

Skills

Purchasing

Vendor management

Cost control

Multi-project coordination

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Purchasing Agent - Construction

$74000 - $86000 per year | Santa Ana, CA | On-site | Permanent

Purchasing Agent - Construction/Electrical - Great Pay & EXCELLENT Benefits

A bit about us:

We are growing company with a VERY health book of business and several years’ worth of projects lined up for the future. We offer great benefits, a health workplace and work/life balance, and great pay.

Why join us?

• 100% company-paid medical/dental/vision insurance premium for employees
• 401K
• Long-term disability insurance
• HSA
• Paid Vacation, personal time, sick time, and holidays!
• Referral Program and professional development opportunities.
• We are honored to have a reputation as a top employer of choice in SoCal's construction industry!

Job Details

We’re looking for an experienced purchasing professional with a background in electrical construction to support material acquisition across active projects. This role is responsible for coordinating purchasing activities, working with suppliers, and helping ensure materials are available when and where they’re needed while maintaining appropriate cost and quality controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day purchasing activities for construction projects, from identifying material needs through order placement and delivery.
• Source electrical materials, equipment, and supplies from qualified vendors while following established purchasing practices.
• Prepare and release purchase orders based on project scope, material requirements, quantities, specifications, and requested delivery dates.
• Work with the Purchasing Manager to review, maintain, and expand the company’s preferred supplier network.
• Gather material lists, quantity information, BOMs, take-offs, and requisitions from project managers and field supervision.
• Request, compare, and evaluate supplier pricing to support competitive and cost-conscious purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding delivery timing, staging, and storage requirements to support project schedules and minimize unnecessary costs.
• Review orders carefully for accuracy, including quantities, product descriptions, specifications, pricing, and expected delivery dates.
• Partner with the logistics team to track outstanding materials and resolve shortages, backorders, shipping delays, or other supply issues.
• Keep purchasing documentation organized and current, including orders, supplier information, agreements, quotes, and related correspondence.
• Communicate regularly with field personnel, project management, accounting, and other internal teams to ensure purchasing activity aligns with project requirements.
• Assist with initiatives designed to improve procurement workflows, supplier performance, purchasing efficiency, and overall operational effectiveness.
• Conduct purchasing activities in accordance with company procedures, ethical expectations, and applicable internal controls.
• Maintain dependable attendance, punctuality, and consistent follow-through.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience within the electrical construction industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; advanced comfort working with spreadsheets is important.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with vendor representatives and supplier contacts.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple purchasing requirements simultaneously.
• Goal-oriented approach with an emphasis on timely execution, accuracy, and cost-conscious decision-making.
• Comfortable communicating with both field and office personnel to resolve material and purchasing issues.
• Successful completion of required background screening and drug testing.

Work Location & Schedule

The position may be based out of either of the company’s two office locations in: (North) Santa Ana, CA or Northridge, CA

• 6:00 AM–3:00 PM
• 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
• 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

All schedules include a one-hour lunch period.

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