Procurement Specialist (Electrical/Construction)

Rosendin•Richmond, VA

About The Position

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more. Why Rosendin? Committed. Innovative. Engaged. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder! YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY: The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the purchase of electrical equipment, construction materials, and issuing subcontracts. This position will manage, plan/forecast, procure inventory with the Procurement Department for multiple suppliers, maximizing metrics aligned with Company corporate strategic directives. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Receive verbal and written requisitions for materials and equipment from project managers and field operations. Review and source materials and equipment in accordance with established company practices and procedures. Solicit quotations from vendors. Review, analyze and present findings to management with emphasis on best economic value and defined company procurement objectives. Generate and distribute purchase orders accordance with established company procedures. Responsible for the tracking and expediting of all existing orders. Update and maintain scheduling in procurement system. Support estimating department by contacting vendors for budgetary quotations for materials and equipment in the preparation of bids. Solicit and prepare submittal documentation in support of project managers. Perform additional duties as directed by corporate managers, or division manager. The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.

Requirements

Knowledge of electrical equipment and construction materials
Knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures, policies, and accounting
Communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
Oral and written communication skills as required for the position
Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a fast‐paced business environment and electrical construction procurement experience
Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Oracle preferred

Responsibilities

Receive verbal and written requisitions for materials and equipment from project managers and field operations.
Review and source materials and equipment in accordance with established company practices and procedures.
Solicit quotations from vendors.
Review, analyze and present findings to management with emphasis on best economic value and defined company procurement objectives.
Generate and distribute purchase orders accordance with established company procedures.
Responsible for the tracking and expediting of all existing orders.
Update and maintain scheduling in procurement system.
Support estimating department by contacting vendors for budgetary quotations for materials and equipment in the preparation of bids.
Solicit and prepare submittal documentation in support of project managers.
Perform additional duties as directed by corporate managers, or division manager.