Purchasing Agent

Purchasing AgentCome join our team as a Purchasing Agent! The Purchasing Agent is critical to ensure the achievement of department objectives, goals by maintaining inventory levels and accurate vendor information in compliance with department requirements.RESPONSIBILITIESCosting: Systematically analyze project scopes prior to each build to develop accurate cost projections to aid in budgeting, planning, and staffing considerationsAccurately track all costs of individual materials in each project to determine the final project costs against project projectionsJointly work with project managers on pricing and costs for materials on all change ordersOrdering: Diligently manage all multifamily department purchase orders from each phase of the project and ensure appropriate equipment rentals are coordinated when requiredCarefully process all will call orders and tool orders and manage all expense tracking for the multifamily plumbing department and assist with plumbing residential and single-family departments when applicableAdministrative: Expertly assist field engineers with material gaps and work with vendors and suppliers to get specifications sheets and submittal forms in a timely mannerConscientiously manage multifamily department inventory and resolve all inventory issues including billing and receiving issuesAccurately process returns and credits, track defective material, and consistently communicate with the area project manager about missing parts; approve returns and credits for the plumbing multifamily departmentAutonomously process labor recovery funds for the service department when defective material is discoveredPrecisely process model home product reimbursements and free purchase order receipt tracking for the model home and service reimbursementAccommodate the back-up needs of the single family purchasing departmentVendor Management: Assertively source and vet new vendors when needed by ensuring all aspects of the potential partnership are in alignment with project cost, schedule, and qualitySpecial Projects: Thoroughly track and support the recovery of stolen items from the residential plumbing departmentQUALIFICATIONSClear, effective communications skills - both written and verbalAptitude for prioritizingPreference for accuracy, attention to detail, and organizationMastery of entire Microsoft Suite plus Internet and emailExperience with, or ability to learn, Great Plains softwareBasic mathematical ability including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and divisionCritical thinking skills and ability to problem solve independentlyA high school diploma or GED is required, Associate or Bachelor degree preferred2 years of experience in purchasing or equivalent workWell-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office settingModerately noisy environment with light traffic, office equipment, and guest entranceSedentary physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative natureNo travel requiredSCHEDULE: Monday to FridayLOCATION: On-siteSALARY: Salary ExemptBENEFITSMedicalDentalVisionShort- & long-term disabilityAccrued PTOPaid holidays401(K)Profit sharingIt's time to join the team at R.T. Moore, a mid-size mechanical contractor company where you are more than a number.

Here everyone is treated with respect, and leadership cares about you as a person and listens to your input. Plus enjoy a steady Monday-Friday schedule, with no nights or weekends!