Procurement Agent II - Little Chute

Faith Technologies•Appleton, WI

About The Position

The Procurement Agent II provides procurement support from quotation through delivery using current systems and processes. The role serves Project Management and Field personnel through excellent customer service, supporting RFI/RFP/RFQ activities when relevant or able, analyzing quotations for total value, creating, verifying, and editing purchase and rental orders, contracts, or requests, and submitting orders to FTI’s supplier network. The position also assists with coordinating material and equipment deliveries and may perform other clerical duties related to the Procurement team. Additional work includes identifying, qualifying, and contacting potential vendors to obtain bids or quotes and recommending alternative vendor options to customers. The ideal candidate is proficient with a PC and Microsoft Office Suite and has basic knowledge of the electrical construction trade and purchasing procedures, processes, and practices. The position works between 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required. Travel is less than 10%, with limited periodic travel to different FTI office or jobsite locations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or a relevant trade or industry technical program.
2–5 years of purchasing or buying experience in the electrical industry or another relevant business.
Proficiency using a PC and Microsoft Office Suite.
Basic knowledge of the electrical construction trade and purchasing procedures, processes, and practices.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work between 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday; overtime may be required.
Ability to travel less than 10%, including limited periodic travel to FTI offices or jobsites.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of statistical methods and data analysis.
Basic knowledge of Six Sigma or other problem-solving methodologies.
Basic knowledge of ERP systems and Procure-to-Pay functionality and process sequences.
Experience applying purchasing and trade-material knowledge, negotiating, and analyzing supplier options.
Problem-solving, organizational agility, collaboration, and continuous-improvement skills.

Responsibilities

Provide procurement support from quotation through delivery using established systems and processes.
Provide customer service and procurement support to Project Management and Field personnel.
Support RFI, RFP, and RFQ activities when relevant or able.
Analyze quotations for total value and perform calculations comparing alternative costs.
Create, verify, and edit purchase and rental orders, contracts, and requests; submit orders to FTI’s supplier network.
Assist with coordinating material and equipment deliveries; expedite supplier shipments, deliveries, and pickups as appropriate.
Identify, qualify, and contact potential vendors to obtain bids or quotes and recommend alternative vendor options to customers.
Prepare purchase orders using established procedures and apply contract pricing to material purchases or make recommendations.
Work with customers to establish clear bills of materials and appropriate material specifications; participate in project start-up meetings.
Negotiate and obtain quotes for materials and rental equipment; assist in translating negotiation outcomes into supplier agreements or contracts.
Prepare preliminary data analysis to support negotiations and participate in selected external negotiations.
Use FTI PO/ERP systems, execute purchase orders, consult on inventory levels, and apply Procure-to-Pay processes.
Proactively communicate and resolve supplier or material issues, escalating concerns appropriately while preserving relationships.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and seek appropriate resources to complete work.
Apply continuous improvement and standard problem-solving methods; gather data and use analytics to address problems.
Perform tasks within established processes and guidelines, use metrics to identify process adherence, and assist in improving processes.
Plan and complete assignments on time, meet daily deadlines and customer goals, and contribute to project and departmental results.
Assist in onboarding Procurement Agent I employees and may shadow or mentor entry-level Procurement Agents.
Support corporate and department strategies, company culture, and professional standards; help with creative thinking and strategy implementation.
Perform other clerical duties and additional functions or requirements as assigned by supervisors.