Purchasing Agent - El Cajon, United States - Collins Plumbing Inc.

Description

We are a Commercial Plumbing Company located in the El Cajon area. We specialize in new construction and enjoy an excellent reputation for timely and competent job completion. Our Company is known as a solid performer in the greater San Diego area for over 40 years.

Collins Plumbing is looking for a Purchasing Agent to join our team.

The Purchasing Agent has the responsibility and authority for the procurement of all project related materials including all pipe, valves and fittings, fixtures, equipment and rental equipment.

Compensation range:
$75,000 - $95,000 BOE

401(k)


ESOP
Vacation - paid

Holidays - paid

Health Insurance - Employer paid

Prescription plan - Employer paid

Vision Insurance - Employer paid

Dental Insurance - Employer paid

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepares and maintains a purchasing record
• Provides pricing to Estimating
• Prepares Product Submittals and Close Out documents
• Uses PO system for all orders
• Receives purchasing requests from departments
• Establishes the company's purchasing and inventory levels based on input from estimators on job requirements and minimum stock
• Purchases equipment, fixtures, trim, subcontracts and other special items, working from the job takeoff
• Searches inventory records or warehouse to determine if material on hand has sufficient quantity.
• Determines method of procurement such as direct purchase or bid
• Review invoices directly related to all purchase orders issued ensuring accurate cost are being invoiced by vendor.
• Identify, coordinate, and document nonconformance with products and/or services to resolve problems or implement corrective action.
• Initiating, recommending, or providing corrective action to identified problems.
• Locate new alternative sources of material.
• Maintain positive and constructive relations with vendor and client representatives.
• Assist in training of assistant purchasing personnel.
• Assist Purchasing Manager when required.

INTERACTIONS:
Extensive interfacing with vendors, product representatives, project & jobsite personnel, and the various other departments within the office community.


REQUIREMENTS:


EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree (B.A) from a four-year college, 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in Plumbing purchasing procedures.

Knowledge of pipe, fittings, valves, joining methods and equipment is a must. Spanish is a plus.

While performing duties of this job, employee is regularly required to sit and walk.

Required to hear, understand and clearly speak the English language.


Pay:
$81, $86,443.00 per year


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• El Cajon, CA 92020: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person