Strategic Electrical Materials Buyer for Construction

Knight Electric, Inc.; Justin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Paid Time Off

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Knight Electric, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage procurement across electrical construction projects in the US. You will source materials, obtain quotes, negotiate terms, and maintain vendor relationships to keep jobs on schedule and on budget.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in purchasing within electrical or construction industries, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with ERP systems and Excel. This on-site role is based in Justin, TX with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3+ years purchasing, material ordering or procurement in electrical/construction industries.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of electrical materials and supplies (conduit, wire, boxes, fittings).
• Proficiency with procurement/ERP software and Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills, able to manage multiple POs and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Source and place purchase orders for electrical materials to meet schedules and budgets.
• Obtain and analyze competitive quotes for material requisitions.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and coordinate deliveries.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships for reliable sources.
• Monitor pricing trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage field receiving and inventory control with stock levels.
• Coordinate with site management and laydown yard personnel for receiving and staging.
• Track order status, expediting shipments to avoid delays.
• Resolve vendor issues related to quality, billing, or returns.
• Maintain procurement records and ensure policy compliance.
• Collaborate with PMs and superintendents on material requirements.
• Reconcile invoices and reports; track procurement metrics.
• Perform additional purchasing duties as assigned.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Communication

Excel

ERP software

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Purchasing experience

Electrical materials knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Procurement ERP

Microsoft Excel

Office Suite

Job description

Knight Electric, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage procurement across electrical construction projects in the US. You will source materials, obtain quotes, negotiate terms, and maintain vendor relationships to keep jobs on schedule and on budget.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in purchasing within electrical or construction industries, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with ERP systems and Excel. This on-site role is based in Justin, TX with full-time hours.