Plumbing Purchasing Agent

Excel Services, Inc.•Jeffersontown, KY

About The Position

Are You Ready to Love Your Career? Are you ready to work for a growing company with a great culture? We are looking for passionate, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of an expanding company that is proud of its focus on family and quality customer service. Are you a change agent? Do you like helping others? Are you a problem solver? Do you want to fall in love with your career? If you answered “yes”, then read on! We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Plumbing Purchasing Agent to join our growing team. This role is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing plumbing materials, equipment, and supplies necessary to support our construction and service projects. The ideal candidate understands plumbing materials, thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, and works collaboratively with project managers, field foremen, warehouse personnel, and vendors to ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget.

Requirements

5+ years of purchasing experience and/or field experience (plumbing or construction industry preferred).
Strong working knowledge of plumbing materials, fittings, fixtures, and equipment.
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management abilities.
Proficiency in purchasing software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience using Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with local plumbing suppliers and distributors.
Experience working for a mechanical or plumbing contractor.
Understanding of construction project cost control principles.
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Strong communication skills with both field and office teams.

Responsibilities

Source and purchase plumbing materials, fixtures, equipment, and tools.
Review project plans and specifications to ensure accurate and timely ordering.
Obtain competitive pricing and negotiate contracts with suppliers and vendors.
Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors and local suppliers.
Ensure materials are delivered on time to job sites or warehouse locations.
Track purchase orders and invoices; resolve discrepancies quickly and professionally.
Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
Research alternative materials or suppliers to reduce costs without compromising quality.
Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering and alternate sourcing.
Collaborate with project managers and field foremen to forecast material needs and budgets.
Stay informed on market pricing trends, supply chain changes, and product availability.