Purchasing Agent-Mission Critical

RK Industries•Aurora, CO

About The Position

As a second-generation, family-owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards and professional execution allow us to turn our customers’ greatest concepts into reality. The Purchasing Agent will procure the required material and equipment for all projects and shop operations in an ethical, value-conscious, timely and organized fashion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present data in a clear, actionable manner.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, formulas, lookup functions) preferred.

Nice To Haves

Strong organizational, follow-up, and communication skills
Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas).
Experience working in purchasing or ERP systems (IFS and/or Vista by Viewpoint a plus).

Responsibilities

Execute end-to-end purchasing activities, from requisition through purchase order issuance, to support project schedules and operations timelines.
Source materials, equipment, rough-in items, services as requested for projects and operations while ensuring compliance with approved vendors and buying agreements.
Obtain competitive pricing through multiple bids and negotiate cost, lead times, rebates, and purchasing terms to achieve best overall value.
Collaborate with project teams to align purchases with specifications, budgets, schedules, and job cost codes.
Coordinate deliveries to job sites, fabrication shops, yards, manufacturing facilities, and tool facilities; track back orders and expedite critical materials as needed.
Optimize inventory levels by utilizing existing yard stock, negotiating product returns at project completion, or other means to support the goal of minimal long-term inventory.
Analyze pricing, usage, and purchasing trends to support cost control and informed sourcing decisions.
Maintain accurate purchase order, vendor, and item master data within company systems; verify pricing changes and request new part numbers when required.
Support Accounts Payable with PO-to-invoice validation and resolution of discrepancies.
Proactively communicate and resolve supply chain risks, shortages, or delivery issues.
Where applicable, support project teams with submittments and contract compliance packages.
Perform other duties as assigned.