Electrical Purchasing Agent

Join Our Team as a Purchasing Agent! Slifco Electric is a premier electrical contracting firm serving the Automotive, Heavy Industrial, and Mission Critical sectors. We specialize in both ground-up construction and major renovations, managing electrical packages ranging from small service work to multi-million-dollar installations.

Slifco Electric is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to support procurement operations across multiple electrical construction projects. This individual will play a key role in managing material purchasing, vendor relationships, cost control, and delivery coordination to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget. The Purchasing Agent works closely with Project Managers, Estimators, Superintendents, and vendors to proactively manage material procurement and mitigate supply chain risks.

Lead purchasing and procurement activities for electrical construction projects. Review project drawings, specifications, and material requests to ensure accurate purchasing. Generate, manage, and track purchase orders in alignment with project budgets and schedules.

Solicit and evaluate vendor quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality materials. Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms with suppliers.

Requirements

and lead times. Monitor material deliveries and proactively resolve delays or discrepancies. Track procurement costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Maintain strong relationships with vendors, distributors, and suppliers. Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation. Support forecasting of material needs across active projects.

Assist in developing and improving purchasing processes and standards. 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience within electrical or construction industry. Strong knowledge of electrical materials and construction procurement practices.

Strong negotiation and vendor management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Experience with ERP or purchasing systems preferred.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and accountability.

Opportunity to support complex and large-scale electrical construction projects. Collaborative, team-oriented environment. Stable and growing organization.

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Ready to Power Up Your Career?

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