Purchasing Clerk

Southwest Electrical Contracting Services; Converse (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Southwest Electrical Contracting Services is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of materials essential to operations. You will drive supplier relationships and ensure procurement efficiency using ERP systems, while maintaining strong records and performance metrics.

The role requires hands-on procurement experience, excellent communication, and a data-driven approach to optimize inventory and costs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or APEX in purchasing.
• Knowledge of inventory control, logistics and procurement best practices.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms.
• Proficient in Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with company goals using ERP systems.
• Manage vendor communications to negotiate prices, contracts, delivery schedules, and SLAs.
• Process purchase orders with accuracy using purchasing systems.
• Analyze supplier performance and procurement metrics via Excel.
• Maintain contracts, POs, and vendor records per standards.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Data analysis

Vendor relationship management

Communication

Inventory control

Supply chain management

Tools

SAP

APEX

Excel

Job description

Position: Purchasing Specialist

Salary: $60k-$70k yearly- DOE

Hours: M-F 7:00am-4:00pm

Job Summary

Southwest Electrical Contracting Services LLC isseeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to join our procurement team. In this vital role, you will manage the sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of materials and services essential to our operations. Your expertise will ensure seamless supply chain management, optimal inventory control, and strong vendor relationships. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the efficiency and success of our procurement processes while working with cutting-edge ERP systems and supply chain management tools. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for sourcing and negotiation, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with company goals, utilizing systems such as SAP, APEX, or equivalent ERP platforms.
• Manage vendor communication to negotiate prices, contracts, delivery schedules, and service levels, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with company policies.
• Utilize purchasing management systems supported by technical teams to process purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Analyze Excel data and spreadsheets to evaluate supplier performance, pricing trends, and procurement metrics for continuous improvement.
• Maintain comprehensive records of contracts, purchase orders, vendor communications, and procurement documentation in accordance with company standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, APEX, or similar platforms in a purchasing or materials management capacity.
• Strong knowledge of materials management principles including inventory control, logistics, supply chain management, and procurement best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively with vendors to secure competitive pricing and favorable contract terms.
• Proficiency in using spreadsheets (Excel) for data analysis, reporting, and decision-making purposes.
• Familiarity with purchasing management systems supported by technical teams for seamless procurement operations.
• Excellent communication skills for vendor relationship management and internal collaboration across departments.
• Experience working with accounting software or vendor negotiation tools is a plus.

Join us as a Purchasing Specialist where your strategic sourcing skills will drive operational excellence! Bring your expertise in supply chain management and vendor relations to a vibrant team committed to innovation and efficiency. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to deliver quality products on time while fostering strong supplier partnerships that support our growth ambitions!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person