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Nox Group

ELECTRICAL PURCHASING AGENT

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A Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods or services on behalf of another party.

$51,906 / year median in Nevada

+8% projected growth

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ELECTRICAL PURCHASING AGENT
Nox Group - 5.0 Reno, NV Job Details 5 hours ago Qualifications Project team coordination Vendor relationship building Cost management Communication with suppliers Sourcing Pricing Shipping and receiving discrepancy reporting Materials management in construction Packing Enterprise software Operations coordination Procurement financial analysis Shipment tracking for distribution operations Software implementation Palletization Purchase order management User training (technical support) High school diploma or GED Bidding project phase Construction industry experience Decision making Supply chain returns management Automated procurement systems Vendor relationship management Procurement cost analysis Delivery record maintenance Material cost estimating Supplier relationship management (SRM) Senior level Construction vendor management Full Job Description At Nox Group, we are dedicated to humanizing construction as one of the fastest-growing industrial enterprises in the US. Nox Group owns and operates Corbins, RMCI, Nox Innovations, and Construction Labels, and our teams set the standard as industry leaders. As we continue to expand our reach nationwide, we seek people who are passionate about personal growth and eager to make a positive impact throughout the industries and communities we serve. We prioritize our people, our partners, and our relationships. Start your journey today and join our skilled team. As a Purchasing Agent, you will be assigned to a specific construction market within our scope of work, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the success of each project from inception to completion. Your responsibilities will encompass vendor management, procurement processes, and ensuring smooth coordination between various teams. You'll help manage the flow of materials and services, contribute to strategic decision-making, and ensure projects stay on track by delivering on time and within budget. Responsibilities Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, continuously enhancing your knowledge of their offerings and capabilities. Support estimating personnel with vendor contacts, real time pricing, and lead times for specific items. Assist in the decision-making process for awarding engineered buyout and commodity packages. Compile quotes by material type and project phase, and request updated, discounted pricing from vendors using in-house procurement software. Create and manage "Hold for Release" purchase orders, and request cutsheets for submittal. Deliver completed procurement plans to the project team for final approval. Act as liaison between operations and distribution, ensuring constant, quality communication, detailed tracking logs, complete packing slips, organized deliveries, proper palletization of material and clear Proof of Delivery. Help source back-ordered items, confirming change orders to buyout packages, managing return/replacement logistics and being their sole source for procurement. Oversee all rental requests across the enterprise, ensuring timely and accurate rental equipment availability. Become an expert in the rental software we use, provide training to operations teams, and manage committed cost forecasting. Work closely with the accounting team by regularly reviewing open purchase orders in our payment software. Ensure that committed costs and received amounts are accurate, resolve any discrepancies, and close out completed purchase orders. Qualifications 5+ years of procurement/purchasing experience, preferably in construction. Moderate to strong familiarity with electrical commodity material. Strong Interpersonal and collaborative skills. Moderate technical skills for software training and implementation. Task oriented, adaptable and organized. Must have Reliable transportation for commute and occasional jobsite visits. Education & Certifications High School diploma or GED Safety Level This is a safety sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug test and background check will apply. #
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It has been and continues to be the long-standing policy of any Nox Group operating company to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Nox Group and all of its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance