Purchasing Agent- Lewiston, ME
Sargent Electric Company · Lewiston, ME · 2 wk ago
On-sitePurchasingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Partner with Project Managers to plan and execute purchasing strategies aligned with project estimates and timelines
- Prepare, review, and issue purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to protect company interests
- Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals and make recommendations
- Track and ensure timely receipt of contracts, insurance certificates, and required documentation
- Cook up with internal teams (Fleet, Logistics, Project Teams) on equipment and material needs
- Maintain accurate data in project and cost systems
- Support cost control and estimating initiatives through accurate reporting and insights
Requirements
- Strong organization, prioritization, and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Proactive, collaborative mindset with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Vista/Viewpoint preferred
Qualifications
- Prior experience working for either:
- An electrical contractor, or
- An electrical distributor,
- Will also consider:
- Mechanical / HVAC contractors or distributors
- Plumbing / piping contractors or distributors
- Fire protection / sprinkler systems
- Low-voltage, telecommunications, or structured cabling companies
- 2+ years of purchasing or project support experience in the electrical industry preferred
- Commercial and/or industrial project experience
- Low voltage or wireless experience preferred
Benefits
- Established, growing company with a strong industry reputation
- Collaborative, team-driven environment
- Opportunity to directly impact project success and cost efficiency
Pay
Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time position.