Purchasing Agent/Buyer

Company: Allison Mechanical, Inc.
Location: Redlands
Posted on: September 13, 2023

Job Description:

Job Purpose:Maintains construction schedule by planning purchases; identifying suppliers; obtaining materials and supplies; arranging delivery. Assists Service and Construction Departments in efficient daily operations by locating, procuring and scheduling deliveries for necessary materials, supplies and equipment required for each departments needs.Duties:* Plans purchases by reviewing materials and supplies requirements from plan package, contracts, and change orders.* Obtains quotes by forwarding materials and supplies requirements to supplier; evaluating alternative materials and supplies.* Places orders by negotiating price, terms, and delivery of materials and supplies.* Arranges delivery of materials and supplies by providing location and direction to construction sites.* Resolves delivery discrepancies by comparing purchase order to delivery documentation; obtaining credits and refunds.* Improves quality results by analyzing materials, supplies, and vendor reliability; recommending changes.* Reduces construction costs by evaluating alternative materials and supplies; negotiating pricing and terms.* Provides management planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.* Updates job knowledge by participating in trade shows and educational opportunities; reading technical publications.* Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.Skills/Qualifications:Supply Management, Tracking Budget Expenses, Vendor Relationships, Planning, Customer Service, Quality Focus, Inventory Control, Productivity, Judgment, Attention to DetailRate of pay dependent on candidates experience and education.

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