Project Purchasing Manager - Data Center

Project Purchasing Manager - Data Center Reports To: Director of Procurement Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa Salary Range: $85,000 to $100,000 Pay is determined based on market, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. About the Purchasing Team Cupertino Electric's Purchasing Team manages all equipment and materials purchases for both job sites and corporate expenditures. This includes vetting vendors and establishing and maintaining relationships with new and loyal suppliers. About the Role The scope of work will include the strategic buy out of electrical commodities to enable the installation of the electrical scope CEI is performing. The Project Purchasing Manager will also onboard vendor engagement processes such as RFP, QCS, submittal, fabrication and scheduling updates, as well as meeting minutes with action item logs. Implement project purchasing and delivery plans to meet job-specific needs and requirements for purchasing, delivery, and receipt of material. Collaborate with the General Foreman to develop bills of material needed for specified phases of work. Interface with suppliers weekly to discuss upcoming phases, backorders, returns, and deliveries. Execute site purchasing programs including onsite consignments, hold for release packages, Go-carts, and kitting. Track, expedite, and report on all material coming to site. Issue accurate purchase orders and assist the Accounts Payable Team with any discrepancies. Generate reports and assist with cleaning up outstanding commitments in the system. Develop and review performance scorecards with suppliers on a quarterly basis. About You You have a natural ability to identify and drive cost reduction opportunities. You possess technical competency in construction equipment and have a good understanding of the dynamics of the industry. You bring a wide range of skills including excellent project management, facilitation, and communication abilities. You have experience exercising good business judgment and confidence in tapping into your analytical thinking skills. Technical skillset includes Microsoft Office Suite: Excel and Word. What You Will Gain You will gain exposure to all the moving parts of Cupertino Electric's procurement process. In this role, you will develop strategies and skills to excel in negotiation, communication, and complex problem-solving. As a valued partner to many teams, you will cultivate cross‑functional relationships across the organization. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree required or equivalent industry experience. Five (5) years of purchasing experience required (construction of electrical distribution preferred). Licensure/Certifications None required. Eligibility Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. EEO Statement Cupertino Electric, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr