Electrical/Construction Procurement Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the purchase of electrical equipment, construction materials, and issuing subcontracts. This position will manage, plan/forecast, procure inventory as outlined by Executive Leadership team for multiple suppliers.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Receive verbal and written requisitions for materials and equipment from project managers and field operations.
• Review and source materials and equipment in accordance with established company practices and procedures.
• Solicit quotations from vendors. Review, analyze and present findings to management with emphasis on best economic value and defined company procurement objectives.
• Generate and distribute purchase orders accordance with established company procedures.
• Responsible for the tracking and expediting of all existing orders. Update and maintain scheduling in procurement system.
• Support estimating department by contacting vendors for budgetary quotations for materials and equipment in the preparation of bids.
• Solicit and prepare submittal documentation in support of project managers.
• Perform additional duties as directed by management.
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Knowledge of electrical equipment and construction materials
• Knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures, policies, and accounting
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
• Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
• Oral and written communication skills as required for the position
• Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Required a minimum 2 years' experience in a fast‐paced business environment and electrical construction procurement experience

\nCompany Description

As an industry leader in mission-critical electrical solutions, Mid-Atlantic Power is a signatory to Local #26 of the IBEW. With nearly 40 years of industry leadership, we offer the MAPS family stability, union-backed benefits, and the chance to contribute to essential, high-stakes projects in mission-critical environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

Company Description

As an industry leader in mission-critical electrical solutions, Mid-Atlantic Power is a signatory to Local #26 of the IBEW. With nearly 40 years of industry leadership, we offer the MAPS family stability, union-backed benefits, and the chance to contribute to essential, high-stakes projects in mission-critical environments. \r\nEqual Opportunity Employer: Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.