Purchasing Agent - Data Center

Cupertino Electric; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 51,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Robust benefits program

Job summary

A leading electric construction firm in Santa Teresa, New Mexico is seeking a Purchasing Agent responsible for managing all procurement activities, from sourcing to delivering materials. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience in the electrical materials sector. This role offers an opportunity to develop cross-functional relationships and improve negotiation skills in a team-focused environment. Join us to make an impact in a renowned organization with a commitment to integrity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of electrical material experience desired.
• Technical competency in construction equipment.
• Experience in negotiation and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the total procurement cycle.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Collaborate with project teams to influence purchasing decisions.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

HS or GED required

Associate Degree or equivalent industry experience preferred

Job description

Posting Title

Purchasing Agent - Data Center

Reports To

Manager, Divisional Purchasing

Location

Santa Teresa, New Mexico

Salary Range

$51,000 - $79,000

Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets.

Who We Are

For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high‑profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always‑always‑do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.

The Purchasing Team

Cupertino Electric’s Purchasing Team manages all equipment and materials purchases for both job sites and corporate expenditures. This includes vetting vendors and establishing and maintaining relationships with new and loyal suppliers.

About the Role

We are seeking a Purchasing Agent who will be responsible for the total procurement cycle of material, rentals, consumables, and sub‑contracts, including sourcing, planning, purchasing, delivering, and returning of material in support of project requirements. As a key member of the purchasing team, the candidate will develop and maintain internal customer relationships as well as external relationships with suppliers. The candidate will serve as an active member of the project team to influence purchasing decisions and collaborate with project engineers, general foremen, and superintendents.

About You

You possess technical competency in construction equipment and have a good understanding of the dynamics of the industry. You bring a wide range of skills including excellent project management, facilitation, and communication skills. You have experience exercising good business judgment and are confident in tapping into your analytical thinking skills.

What You Will Gain

You will gain exposure to all the moving parts of Cupertino Electric’s procurement process. In this role, you will be in an environment that allows you to develop strategies and skills to excel in negotiation, communication, and complex problem‑solving. As a valued and essential partner to many of our teams, you will develop cross‑functional relationships across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: HS or GED required. Associate Degree or equivalent industry experience preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: None required.
• Experience: Two (2) to five (5) years of electrical material experience desired.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Important Notice

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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.