Strategic Purchasing Lead for Electrical Projects

Prime Electric; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401k program with company contribution

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing & Bonus Program

Education/Training Reimbursement

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Prime Electric is seeking a Purchasing professional to coordinate procurement of goods, equipment, and services for multiple projects. You will guide junior staff, build strong vendor partnerships, and ensure adherence to purchasing processes on site in Washington.

Responsibilities include advising project managers, obtaining quotes, managing purchase orders, and collaborating with Accounts Payable. An associate degree or equivalent with strong MS Office and REMARCABLE/Vista skills is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or five to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledage of electrical systems (switch gear and lighting) and electrical subcontractors
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficient in providing best-value analysis
• Ability to rapidly adapt to respond to changes in environment and priorities
• Ability to elicit cooperation from senior management and other departments
• Ability to learn and utilize REMARCABLE Purchasing and Vista Accounting software

Responsibilities

• Continually develop strong rapport with vendors and subcontractors that support PRIME
• Participate in project kick-off meetings to exert a shaping influence at an early stage and to optimize internal workflows and processes
• Confer with project managers’ requests and vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability and delivery schedule
• Keep information accessible by filing documents in an organized manner
• Ensure adherence to the company’s documented purchasing processes
• Issue and manage purchase orders for approved requisitions and contracts, supporting a variety of departments
• Partner with Accounts Payable in setting up new vendors and resolving invoicing issues as they pertain to purchasing
• Ensure accuracy of costs and accounting codes through strong attention to detail
• Request quotes and negotiates prices with suppliers
• Knowledgeable of the process for acquisition of permits
• Suggest and implement cost-savings ideas
• Effectively communicate with all stakeholders
• Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices
• Maintain a physical presence onsite and provide assistance to specific groups, managers and project management teams as needed
• Perform other duties as requested; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice

Skills

MS Office

Electrical systems knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Best-value analysis

Adaptability

Cross‑department cooperation

REMARCABLE Purchasing

Vista Accounting

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

REMARCABLE Purchasing

Vista Accounting

Job description

Prime Electric is seeking a Purchasing professional to coordinate procurement of goods, equipment, and services for multiple projects. You will guide junior staff, build strong vendor partnerships, and ensure adherence to purchasing processes on site in Washington.

Responsibilities include advising project managers, obtaining quotes, managing purchase orders, and collaborating with Accounts Payable. An associate degree or equivalent with strong MS Office and REMARCABLE/Vista skills is preferred.