Senior Electrical Purchasing Agent

Slifco Electric; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Slifco Electric, a premier electrical contracting firm in Sterling Heights, seeks a Senior Electrical Purchasing Agent to drive procurement across multi-million-dollar projects. You will manage material purchases, vendor relationships, cost control, and delivery coordination to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Collaborate with Project Managers, Estimators, Superintendents, and vendors to mitigate supply chain risks, oversee procurement processes, and contribute to continuous

Qualifications

• 10+ years of purchasing experience in electrical or construction.
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials and procurement practices.
• Experience supporting commercial/industrial/ automotive construction projects preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficient with Excel, Outlook, Teams; experience with ERP/purchasing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing and procurement activities for electrical construction projects.
• Review drawings, specs, and material requests for accurate purchasing.
• Generate and track purchase orders aligned with budgets and schedules.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor quotations for cost and quality.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and terms with suppliers.
• Coordinate with project teams on material requirements and lead times.
• Monitor deliveries and resolve delays or discrepancies.
• Track procurement costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Maintain purchasing records and documentation.
• Support forecasting of material needs across projects.
• Help develop and improve purchasing processes and standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Multi-project management

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our Team as a Senior Electrical Purchasing Agent! Slifco Electric

is a premier electrical contracting firm serving the Automotive, Heavy Industrial, and Mission Critical sectors. We specialize in both ground-up construction and major renovations, managing electrical packages ranging from small service work to multi-million-dollar installations.

Department: Purchasing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Sterling Heights

Reporting To: VP Purchasing

Slifco Electric is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Purchasing Agent to support procurement operations across multiple electrical construction projects. This individual will play a key role in managing material purchasing, vendor relationships, cost control, and delivery coordination to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.

The Sr. Electrical Purchasing Agent works closely with Project Managers, Estimators, Superintendents, and vendors to proactively manage material procurement and mitigate supply chain risks.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead purchasing and procurement activities for electrical construction projects.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and material requests to ensure accurate purchasing.
• Generate, manage, and track purchase orders in alignment with project budgets and schedules.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality materials.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms with suppliers.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Estimators, and field leadership regarding material requirements and lead times.
• Monitor material deliveries and proactively resolve delays or discrepancies.
• Track procurement costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors, distributors, and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Support forecasting of material needs across active projects.
• Assist in developing and improving purchasing processes and standards.

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of purchasing or procurement experience within electrical or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials and construction procurement practices.
• Experience supporting commercial, industrial, or automotive construction projects preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with ERP or purchasing systems preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accountability.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to support complex and large-scale electrical construction projects.
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Stable and growing organization.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Mandatory Hiring Requirements: Resume, References, Background Check, Drug Screen

Slifco Electric LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer