Engineering Procurement Technician

About the role

Northeast Missouri Electric Power Cooperative (Northeast Power) has an immediate opening for an Engineering Procurement Technician at the Palmyra, Missouri location.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement and material coordination for transmission, substation and related engineering projects
• Prepare and maintain RFQs, RFPs, bid tabulations, purchase requisitions, procurement records and related project documentation
• Obtain and review vendor quotes, support supplier communications and help track procurement status
• Care for project material purchases, deliveries, inventory tracking and material charge-out activities
• Track long-lead equipment and help resolve material shortages, shipping discrepancies and warranty concerns
• Aid in purchase order processing, invoice reconciliation, vendor agreements, compliance documentation and supplier performance tracking
• Prepare procurement, material tracking and supplier performance updates for project teams and management
• Support material forecasting, long-range capital planning, sourcing coordination and procurement process improvements

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management or a related field (equivalent education and experience may be considered)
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in engineering, construction, utility operations, procurement, material coordination or project administration support
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, written communication and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, review vendor quotations and track project materials
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, project managers, operations personnel, Accounting/Finance, suppliers and other employees
• Valid Class E or equivalent driver’s license and ability to maintain required licensing and insurability

Qualifications

• Interest in procurement, materials and project support

Skills

• Strong organization, communication and follow-through

Benefits

We value our employees and are committed to supporting their well-being, professional growth and long-term success. In addition to our competitive pay, our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive insurance coverage - Medical, dental and vision insurance to support the health and wellness of you and your family.
• Strong financial future - Two (2) robust retirement plans to help you build long-term security.
• Family protection - Employer-paid life insurance for employee, spouse and child, plus long-term disability coverage.
• Work-life balance - Generous vacation, sick leave and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Peace of mind on the go - Business travel accident insurance and an AirMedCare membership for your household.
• Flexible options - Supplemental life insurance and Aflac policies available through convenient payroll deduction.

Pay

Competitive pay

Schedule

Full-time, non-exempt