Purchasing Agent

Charlotte Mechanical, LLC • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Charlotte Mechanical, a Charlotte-based construction company, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to support material acquisition processes in alignment with pricing, delivery, and project requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, construction industry experience, and the ability to manage procurement from order to delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Purchasing Agent.
• Experience in construction, HVAC, or plumbing purchasing preferred.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and takeoffs is required.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Microsoft Excel: Intermediate (formulas, spreadsheets, basic data analysis)
• Microsoft Word: Intermediate (document formatting and reporting)
• Strong data entry and basic reporting skills required.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening
• Must have a clean criminal background

Nice To Haves

• Experience in construction, HVAC, or plumbing purchasing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders for all required materials.
• Research, interview, and negotiate with vendors to ensure competitive pricing and accurate specifications.
• Place orders for both inventory and non-inventory items in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and schedule deliveries in collaboration with Superintendents and Foremen.
• Reconcile and approve invoices by verifying delivery receipts against purchase orders.
• Solicit and compare vendor quotes to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions.
• Perform additional procurement-related tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• ESOP after one year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees