Sr. Construction Purchasing Agent

Key Responsibilities

• Procure materials, equipment, tools, and subcontracted services for mechanical construction projects.
• Solicit, review, and evaluate vendor and supplier quotations to ensure cost competitiveness and scope alignment.
• Issue purchase orders and maintain procurement documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Cook up purchasing activities to ensure materials and equipment are delivered on time to support project schedules.
• Identify and source alternative suppliers, products, and solutions to improve pricing, availability, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain conditions affecting procurement activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and subcontractors.
• Negotiate pricing agreements, rebates, terms, and strategic purchasing partnerships.
• Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost effectiveness.
• Resolve vendor disputes, delivery issues, and procurement-related challenges.
• Maintain an approved vendor database and support supplier qualification efforts.
• Collaborate with Estimating during preconstruction to obtain budget pricing and supplier input.
• Work closely with Project Managers to understand project requirements, schedules, and procurement priorities.
• Cook up purchasing activities to ensure materials and equipment are delivered on time to support project schedules.
• Aid in coordinating with Fabrication Shops and field operations to ensure timely availability of materials and equipment.
• Assist with long-lead item identification and procurement planning.
• Support project turnover and procurement planning meetings.
• Support company profitability by obtaining competitive pricing and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Track purchasing commitments and assist with project cost reporting.
• Review invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation for accuracy.
• Ensure procurement activities align with project budgets and contractual requirements.
• Identify opportunities for standardization and strategic sourcing across the organization.
• Manage inventory levels for commonly used materials and shop supplies.
• Cook up material deliveries, storage requirements, and logistics planning.
• Monitor shortages, backorders, and supply chain disruptions and develop mitigation plans.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement efficiency and cost management.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, contractual obligations, and ethical procurement practices.
• Participate in ERP, procurement software, and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience within mechanical contracting, construction, HVAC, plumbing, piping, or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical construction materials, equipment, and vendor networks.
• Proven experience negotiating pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Strong understanding of project-based procurement and construction operations.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, purchasing software, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office Suite-Kojo Experience Required.