Purchasing Agent - VarcoMac

Position: Purchasing Agent/Purchasing Assistant (Full-Time)

VarcoMac is seeking a talented individual for the position of Purchasing Agent or Purchasing Assistant to join our purchasing team. The potential candidates for this position are detail oriented with a high level of understanding in the commercial electrical industry. Candidates must be very well organized with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high output in a fast paced environment. This position will report to the Purchasing Manager and become part of a successful electrical organization with the opportunity for growth as we expand our footprint in the Washington DC and Baltimore Markets.

Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Receive and take email orders for materials, equipment, and tools for service and construction projects.
• Shopping of material requisitions for best price and availability through the company’s vendor network.
• Evaluate quotes for best value and terms.
• Negotiate terms of purchase orders.
• Process purchase orders through the company accounting system and vendors.
• Process order acknowledgements and arrange deliveries to site personnel.
• Maintain procurement records.
• Expediting of critical orders through vendor relationships and outside resources.
• Maintain vendor relationships.
• Assist Accounts Payable department with invoicing and purchase order issues.
• Fleet management assistance and coordination.
• Assist in office maintenance.
• Shipping & Receiving for the Odenton Office.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the commercial, industrial, and governmental electrical markets.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically excel, exchange, word.
• Knowledgeable of enterprise accounting systems.
• Proficient in procurement best practices and procedures.
• Logistics background a plus.
• Fleet management a plus.
• Highly functional and comfortable in a fast paced environment.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• In-Office position – hybrid not applicable.
• Work hours are 7am-4pm with 1hr lunch break Mon-Fri – available by phone during off hours.

Education and Experience:

• 2yrs college or associates degree in general education
• Or 2yrs experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in basic office software; Outlook, Excel, Word