Strategic Electrical Purchasing Specialist

Sargent Electric Company; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent Electric Company in Lewiston, ME is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support electrical construction projects from our Lewiston office. This role ensures materials, equipment, and services are procured accurately, competitively, and on schedule.

You will partner with Project Managers to plan purchasing strategies, issue purchase orders and subcontracts, negotiate terms, and track required documentation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing or project support experience in the electrical industry preferred.
• Experience with electrical materials, equipment, and procurement processes.
• Low voltage or wireless experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers to plan and execute purchasing strategies aligned with project estimates and timelines.
• Prepare, review, and issue purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to protect company interests.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals and make recommendations.
• Track and ensure timely receipt of contracts, insurance certificates, and required documentation.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Fleet, Logistics, Project Teams) on equipment and material needs.
• Maintain accurate data in project and cost systems.
• Support cost control and estimating initiatives through accurate reporting and insights.

Skills

Organization

Prioritization

Communication

Deadline-driven

Tools

Vista/Viewpoint

Job description

Sargent Electric Company in Lewiston, ME is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support electrical construction projects from our Lewiston office. This role ensures materials, equipment, and services are procured accurately, competitively, and on schedule.

You will partner with Project Managers to plan purchasing strategies, issue purchase orders and subcontracts, negotiate terms, and track required documentation.