Electrical Procurement Specialist

Egan Company•Champlin, MN

13d•$71,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Egan Company is seeking a Procurement Specialist within its Electrical group to support long-term business growth with new and existing customers across a variety of markets. The role supports electrical teams in an electrical contracting environment and involves purchasing and expediting materials, supplier coordination, purchase order support, and procurement process improvement. Duties are performed in the office, with occasional work at project sites or in the warehouse. The position requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods. The role works with field leaders, project managers, estimators, warehouse staff, management, and suppliers to support project and business needs. Egan describes its culture as focused on teamwork, innovation, integrity, growth, safety, customer care, and quality craftsmanship. The company has over 1,000 employees and has operated in specialty contracting and system integration for over 80 years. The stated salary range is $71,000–$85,000, subject to experience, education, and skill set, with the possibility of an annual discretionary bonus. Benefits described include healthcare and mental health support, retirement benefits, paid time off, professional development, paid parental leave, and community volunteer opportunities. Benefits may differ for union positions and may not apply to part-time or temporary roles.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in the electrical construction or distribution industry.
Existing strong and trusted relationships with key industry suppliers of electrical commodities and equipment.
Strong knowledge of materials and products used in the electrical construction industry.
Proficiency with standard office computer programs, including Google Suite, Word, and Excel.
Ability to thrive in a rapid, detail-oriented environment while interacting with a variety of coworkers and customers.
Strong organizational skills.
Self-starter who performs duties with urgency and commitment to exceptional customer service.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods in an office, and occasionally at a project site or in a warehouse.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Remarcable procurement software or other procurement software.

Responsibilities

Purchase and expedite materials for projects and products for internal customers, including field leaders, project managers, estimators, warehouse staff, and management.
Assist project managers and field leaders with material selection and supplier sourcing.
Assist with procurement process improvements.
Manage material shortages and work with teams to support business needs.
Maintain supplier relationships and partnerships.
Assist with vendor agreements and pricing records.
Assist with returning surplus materials.
Assist the Procurement Manager in improving quoting and procurement processes through procurement software.
Attend regular technical meetings with suppliers for updates.
Monitor manufacturer bulletins and updates and disseminate relevant information to teams.
Provide supply chain updates to teams as needed.
Assist with the daily flow of material orders and provide electrical commodity purchase order assistance.
Support lean construction initiatives related to purchasing.
Evaluate purchasing data to improve purchasing strategies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Flexible spending accounts.
Life insurance and short-term or long-term disability coverage.
Comprehensive mental healthcare and support for employees and their families.
401(k) plan with company matching contribution and profit sharing.
Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
Educational assistance and learning and development opportunities.
Paid parental leave.
Potential annual discretionary bonus, lead incentive program, and safety buck program.
Volunteer events through the “Beyond the Jobsite” community involvement program.