Purchasing Agent - Peoria, Illinois $65,000 and Up/DOE

ELM Utility Services • Peoria, IL

20h • $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

ELM Utility Services, with over 1300 employees nationwide, is seeking a Purchasing Agent to work in our corporate office in Peoria, Illinois. The main objective of this position is to collaborate closely with suppliers to guarantee that ELM obtains supplies that are optimal in terms of pricing, timeliness, and quality, while also fulfilling the requirements of our customers. This individual will ensure that office locations are equipped with all necessary items and that managers are well-informed of any necessary processes and procedures regarding purchasing supplies. Minimal travel may be required. This is an opportunity to be a part of one of the largest and most respected companies in the utility locating industry. ELM is currently experiencing exponential growth and is a great place to build your career. Here are just some of what we have to offer for full-time employees: ELM TOTAL REWARDS: Paid-Time Off (PTO) for vacation and sick time (Accrues up to 80 hours per full year and increases with years of service.) 6 Paid Holidays Optional benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, H.S.A., and Teledoc Company Paid Life Insurance 401(k) plan Competitive salary Elite Performance incentives Annual reviews with the potential for increases

Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Previous purchasing experience required
• Proficiency using Microsoft Excel
• Must have strong communication skills and the ability to negotiate contracts & pricing

Responsibilities

• Evaluating suppliers by considering price, quality, availability, and other criteria
• Interviewing vendors, visiting suppliers’ facilities, and working with supplier representatives to learn about products, services, and pricing
• Negotiating contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain the best deals on behalf of the company
• Verifying purchases by comparing them to a master list and recommending alternatives for expensive or irrelevant products
• Interacting with suppliers to schedule delivery times and resolve shipping errors
• Authorizing payments and maintain receipts and assisting accounting with closing POs each month
• Process POs from employee to vendor
• Attend industry trade shows to learn about and maintain current trends and to meet suppliers
• Act as a backup administrator for our online procurement system
• Approve and review UPS invoices each week

Benefits

• Paid-Time Off (PTO) for vacation and sick time (Accrues up to 80 hours per full year and increases with years of service.)
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Optional benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, H.S.A., and Teledoc
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Competitive salary
• Elite Performance incentives
• Annual reviews with the potential for increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed