Purchasing Agent- Pittsburgh, PA

About the role

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support our electrical construction projects from our Pittsburgh, PA office. This role is critical to ensuring materials, equipment, and services are procured accurately, competitively, and on schedule.

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

Skills

• 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

To be considered for this role, candidates must have 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

Pay

Mid Level

Schedule

Full Time