Purchasing Agent Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Charlotte Mechanical, a construction company in Charlotte, NC, is hiring a Purchasing Agent. The role involves creating and managing purchase orders, negotiating with vendors, coordinating deliveries, and reconciling invoices. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of purchasing experience, preferably in construction, HVAC, or plumbing, and must be proficient in reading blueprints. Salary includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, holidays, and a 401(k) plan.
Job Description
Purchasing Agent 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 10440 John Price Road, Charlotte, NC 28273
Description:
Charlotte Mechanical, a Charlotte-based construction company, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to support material acquisition processes in alignment with pricing, delivery, and project requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, construction industry experience, and the ability to manage procurement from order to delivery. Key Responsibilities Create and manage purchase orders for all required materials. Research, interview, and negotiate with vendors to ensure competitive pricing and accurate specifications. Place orders for both inventory and non-inventory items in a timely manner. Coordinate and schedule deliveries in collaboration with Superintendents and Foremen. Reconcile and approve invoices by verifying delivery receipts against purchase orders. Solicit and compare vendor quotes to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions. Perform additional procurement-related tasks as assigned by management.
Requirements:
Qualifications & Experience Minimum 3 years of experience as a Purchasing Agent. Experience in construction, HVAC, or plumbing purchasing preferred. Proficiency in reading blueprints and takeoffs is required. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Software & Technical Skills Microsoft Excel:
Intermediate (formulas, spreadsheets, basic data analysis)
Microsoft Word:
Intermediate (document formatting and reporting) Strong data entry and basic reporting skills required. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision Paid Vacation and Holidays 401(k) Retirement Plan Additional Requirements Must pass a pre-employment drug screening Must have a clean criminal background
