Purchasing Agent I - Boerne

About the Role

Responsible for purchasing materials and coordinating activities involved with procuring goods and services to assist in the successful bidding and execution of projects. Requests bids, analyzes vendor pricing and capacity to meet budget and project requirements, and negotiates when necessary. Presents recommendations to project teams and prepares contracts for the work.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications and architectural drawings to confirm scope of work, including material and labor requirements
• Request quotes, analyze pricing and compliance, prepare contracts, and process the required documentation
• Actively develop budgets, schedules, and performance plans to meet customer and company goals and objectives
• Work directly with estimators, CAD Technicians, and Project Managers
• Interview vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedule
• Maintain manual or computerized procurement records, such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, or inventories
• Prepare engineering instructions for shop drawing process
• Clearly communicate schedules, risks, and vendor conditions in debriefings to the operations team
• Ensure the estimate is complete and all risk is covered or mitigated; account for any missing items in the estimate
• Perform other duties as assigned; responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice

Customer Service Skills

• Demonstrates commitment to delivering outstanding service to both internal and external customers
• Takes ownership to personally resolve customer problems (or finds someone who can)
• Listens well, asks clarifying questions, and checks for agreement with customers
• Committed to following up with customers in a timely manner
• Strong sense of accountability—ensures commitments are fulfilled
• Creates a personal connection with customers through friendly and respectful interactions
• Maintains a positive attitude

Requirements

• 0–4 years of experience
• Basic knowledge of ISEC products, services, processes, and projects
• Understands project plans and specifications
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Efficient written and verbal communication skills
• Strong prioritization, organizational skills, and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)

Skills

• Leads the project team during the purchasing process
• Clearly communicates risks and opportunities
• Independently performs most assignments with instruction
• Works autonomously at times; seeks guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards
• Engages in company culture
• Open to feedback and flexible to change