Purchasing Agent – New Construction

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.

Until Filled (EST)
619 - Estimating
1401 Battery Brooke Parkway, Richmond, VA, USA
Full Time

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits:

Atlantic Constructors is dedicated to providing its employees and their eligible family members with a wide range of benefits. From competitive benefits to on-site wellness programs, we provide resources to support you and your family's health, well-being and happiness. We have created a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Medical Insurance PlansDental Insurance PlanVision Insurance Plan401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company MatchingHealth Savings Plan
Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website. ACIBuilds.com

SUMMARY:

The Purchasing Agent will negotiate with vendors for the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment and services used by the company. Works with shop and field leadership to maintain inventory and supply chain operations including vendor logistics to our fabrication and installation teams.

Essential Functions:
Review drawings for incoming quote requests.Understands and reviews bid estimate to confirm scope of work, including specs and submittals for materials and specialty componentsLocates vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them in order to determine product availability while negotiating terms of salesOrganizes deliveries from vendors by way of phone and e-mail request for fabrication and field needsAssists Accounting and Billing with PO and invoice reconciliationsAdheres to purchasing policies and ensure complianceDevelops new supply sources/vendor contactsVerifies account/credit and termsValidates requests for appropriate approval and account numbersWorks closely with receiving party to ensure proper supplies arrivedComplies with safety and corporate guidelines on business ethicsMaintains records of goods ordered and receivedReviews purchase order claims and contracts in adherence to company policyAnalyzes market and delivery systems in order to assess present and future availabilityCollaborates with Virtual Design Construction (VDC) to review materials, routing, layout, code compliance and Bill of Materials (BOM)Look for opportunities to leverage purchasing power through corporate level annual buying agreements and rebates.Performs other job related duties as directed
Supervisory Responsibility: No

Required:
2+ years of purchasing experience with HVAC and plumbing materials and logistics and/or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience in a construction environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to create and revise complex Excel spreadsheets, tables, charts and graphsBasic-level knowledge to interpret, specifications, timesheets, spreadsheets and billing documentsMust be proficient and organized multi-tasking in a fast paced environment without easily getting frustratedAbility to interact and have positive working relationships with all levels of the organization, and external customersExperience with negotiating, purchasing and inventoryingMust be able to pass post-offer pre-employment drug screen, and may be required to satisfactorily complete additional background checks as required (i.e. DMV, criminal history)Must adhere to all company policy and proceduresHS diploma or GED equivalent
The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but are not limited to the following:

Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipmentPosition may require visits to construction siteThis role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machines
Travel:
May require travel
Preferred:
AA Degree in General Business or a related disciplineFluent in SpanishExperience in Viewpoint and/or MJOBPrior military experience
At this time, Atlantic Constructors, Inc. will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization (work visas) for any position.

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation/gender identity, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like an accommodation or any assistance in order to apply for a job, please call 1-877-WRK-4ACI for assistance, or fax your requested accommodation to 804-523-8781. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as an offer of employment or a binding contract of employment for a specific period of time. Employment can be terminated by either the employee or the employer at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.

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