Junior Purchasing Agent

Junior Purchasing Agent

San Jose, CA

PRIME Electric - California Purchasing / Full-Time / On-site

At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging are foundational. This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry. Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions. PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform. Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions. Recognized as one of Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work!

Position Summary :

Under close supervision, coordinates the activities involved with procuring goods and services for projects, equipment, tools, parts and supplies in support of the companys purchasing function.

What You Will Do

• Confer with both project managers' requests and vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability and delivery schedule
• Keep information accessible by filing documents in an organized manner
• Ensure adherence to the company's documented purchasing processes
• Issue and manage purchase orders for approved requisitions and contracts, supporting a variety of departments
• Partner with Accounts Payable in setting up new vendors and resolving invoicing issues as they pertain to purchasing
• Ensure accuracy of costs and accounting codes through strong attention to detail
• Request quotes and negotiates prices with suppliers
• Suggest cost-savings ideas
• Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices
• Maintain a physical presence onsite and provide assistance to specific groups, managers and project management teams as needed
• Perform other duties as requested; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice

What You Will Need to Be Successful

30 - $35 an hour

Our Benefits :

100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee

401k Program w / Direct Benefit

100% Employer-paid Life Insurance

Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program

Education / Training Reimbursement Benefit

Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.