Purchasing Agent

Position Summary

Under close supervision, coordinates the activities involved with procuring goods and services for projects, equipment, tools, parts and supplies in support of the company’s purchasing function.

What You Will Do

• Confer with both 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
• Request quotes and negotiate prices with suppliers
• Suggest and implement cost-savings ideas
• Adequately 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

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Strong communication, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to elicit cooperation from senior management and other departments
• Ability to learn and utilize REMARCABLE Purchasing and Vista Accounting software

Our Benefits

• 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee
• 401k Program w/ Direct Benefit
• 100% Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program
• Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit
• Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to elicit cooperation from senior management and other departments
• Ability to learn and utilize REMARCABLE Purchasing and Vista Accounting software

Benefits

• 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee
• 401k Program w/ Direct Benefit
• 100% Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program
• Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit
• Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD

Benefits

• 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee
• 401k Program w/ Direct Benefit
• 100% Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program
• Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit
• Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

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This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.