Buyer / Supply Chain / Procurement / Inventory

Hays Electrical Services

With over 19 years of experience, Hays Electrical Services is a nationally recognized electrical contractor delivering high-quality, safe, and reliable electrical solutions across commercial, industrial, and specialty markets. Licensed in multiple states and trusted by leading general contractors, Hays is built on a foundation of safety, excellence, drive, communication, and client focus. Our mission is simple: to make ourselves indispensable to our customers. We achieve this by investing in our people, continuously improving our processes, and delivering results that set the standard in the electrical contracting industry.

The Buyer is responsible for supporting the organization's supply chain and procurement objectives through the sourcing, purchasing, and management of materials, equipment, and services. This role partners with project teams, operations, accounting, and suppliers to ensure materials are procured efficiently, delivered on time, and aligned with project requirements and company standards. Buyers are expected to balance cost, quality, service, and risk while developing strong supplier relationships and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Prepare and process purchase orders for standard materials, tools, equipment, and consumables in accordance with project requirements and company procedures.

• Coordinate material deliveries with vendors, warehouses, fabrications teams, and project field personnel.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, order tracking logs, pricing documentation, and vendor communications.
• Verify pricing, quantities, and delivery schedules against project specifications and procurement requests.
• Source materials and obtain supplier quotations to support project and operational requirements.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and support bid analysis and award recommendations.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms commensurate with experience and assigned responsibilities.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure procurement activities align with project schedules and operational priorities.
• Resolve order discrepancies, shortages, invoice issues, and delivery challenges with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Support inventory replenishment and monitor commonly used stock materials.
• Resolve order discrepancies, shortages, and delivery issues with supplier support.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely procurement aligned with project schedules.
• Maintain compliance with company purchasing policies and approval workflows.
• Support supplier relationships and day-to-day performance.
• Develop and maintain records and files for effective procurement operations.
• Continuously expand knowledge of electric materials, manufacturer product lines, market conditions, and construction procurement practices.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

· 5+ years of purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, construction, industrial distribution, warehouse.

Equivalent combination of education, training and relevant procurement experience will be considered.

• Solid understanding of purchasing processes, order management, inventory, and construction operations.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing or ERP systems.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

At Hays Electrical Services, we're building more than electrical systems—we're building a company grounded in integrity, quality, and service.