Purchasing Agent - Data Center

For nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects.

Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we’ve built a reputation for integrity.

We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always always do the right thing.

Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.

THE PURCHASING TEAM

Cupertino Electric’s Purchasing Team manages all equipment and materials purchases for both job sites and corporate expenditures.

This includes vetting vendors and establishing and maintaining relationships with new and loyal suppliers.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Purchasing Agent who will be responsible for the totalprocurement cycle of material, rentals, consumables, and sub-contracts,including sourcing,planning, purchasing, delivering, and returning of material in support of project requirements.

As a key member of the purchasing team, the candidate will develop and maintain internal customer relationships as well as external relationships with suppliers.

The candidate will serve as an active member of the project team to influence purchasing decisions and collaborate with project engineers, general foremen, and superintendents.

ABOUT YOU

You possess technical competency in construction equipment and have a good understanding of the dynamics of the industry.

You bring a wide range of skills including excellent project management, facilitation, and communication skills. You have experience exercising good business judgment and are confident in tapping into your analytical thinking skills.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

You will gain exposure to all the moving parts of Cupertino Electric’s procurement process. In this role, you will be in an environment that allows you to develop strategies and skills to excel in negotiation, communication, and complex problem-solving.

As a valued and essential partner to many of our teams, you will develop cross-functional relationships across the organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that, in the sole judgment and discretion of Company, would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications may qualify.

Education : HS or GED required. Associate Degree or equivalent industry experience preferred.

Licensure / Certifications : None required.

Experience : Two (2) to five (5) years of electrical material experience desired.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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