Job Description

Overview

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Position Summary

U.S. Engineering has been an industry leader since 1893. How? Constant innovation and a willingness to evolve. The construction industry changes rapidly, and we cultivate a dynamic workplace where even our newest team members can influence change and make an impact. We know that our most valuable asset is our people. Join us!

Responsibilities

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Assist

Assist Project Managers to establish, maintain, and issue blanket purchase orders. Assist Project Managers with issuing purchase orders, invoice approvals, commodities monitoring and alerts, material forecasting. Coordinate material delivery arrangements and material returns.

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Support

Responsible for supporting purchasing activities of Project Managers including bulk buy-out, materials for fabrication shops, sheet metal commodities, and locating and purchasing uncommon specialties. Provide support to Estimating team by request bids. Provide pricing support for change orders via bid requests.

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Coordinate

Develop and maintain tracking database for vendor stock quantities, backorders, returns credits, and rebates. Place and track field orders. Price and submit requisitions, buy out procurement. Locate, evaluate, and establish local and national vendor relationships – prepare monthly vendor scorecard. Maintain quarterly/yearly sales reports for factory rebates.

Requirements

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Education & Experience

High School Diploma or equivalency required. Coursework related to business administration preferred. Minimum of 5 years of material/equipment purchasing experience in the construction industry. Past Purchasing Agent experience preferred. Prior experience in role assisting with Project Management or field leadership preferred.

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Knowledge

Advanced knowledge of procurement/vendor inspection techniques and requirements. Thorough knowledge of mechanical construction industry operations practices, processes, and standards. Proficiency with MS Office suite products required – includes Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc. Proficiency with MS Access database preferred.

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Skills

Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external customers. Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict-management skills. Time-management and organizational skills. High level of financial acumen necessary. Detail-oriented and ability to analyze complex reports.

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