Strategic Energy Purchasing Agent

Cupertino Electric; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cupertino Electric, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent for Energy projects based in Des Moines, IA and San Jose, CA. The role covers the full procurement cycle for materials, rentals, and subcontractors, collaborating with project teams to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years of electrical material experience, a HS/GED and/or Associate degree, and strong planning, negotiation, and analytical skills. US work authorization required; no sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement of electrical material or related industry.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage total procurement cycle of material, rentals, consumables, and sub-contracts for project requirements.
• Source, plan, purchase, deliver, and return material for job sites and corporate expenditures.
• Develop and maintain internal customer relationships and external supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with project engineers, general foremen, and superintendents to influence purchasing decisions.

Skills

Project management

Facilitation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

HS or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Cupertino Electric, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent for Energy projects based in Des Moines, IA and San Jose, CA. The role covers the full procurement cycle for materials, rentals, and subcontractors, collaborating with project teams to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years of electrical material experience, a HS/GED and/or Associate degree, and strong planning, negotiation, and analytical skills. US work authorization required; no sponsorship.