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ISEC, Inc.

Purchasing Agent I

ISEC, Inc., Bothell, Washington, United States, 98021

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Position Summary Responsible for purchasing materials and coordinating activities involved with procuring goods and services to assist in the successful bidding and execution of projects. Requests bids then analyzes vendor pricing and capacity to meet budget and project requirements, negotiating if necessary. Presents recommendations to project teams and prepares contracts for the work.

Duties & Responsibilities

Review specifications and architectural drawings to confirm scope of work, including material and labor requirements

Request quotes, analyze pricing and compliance, prepare contracts and process the required documentation

Actively develop budgets, schedules and performance plans to meet customer and company goals and objectives

Work directly with estimators, CAD Technicians and Project Managers

Interview vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedule

Maintain manual or computerized procurement records, such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, or inventories

Prepare engineering instructions for shop drawing process

Clearly communicate schedules, risks, vendor conditions in the debriefing to the operations team

Ensure that estimate is complete, and all risk is covered/mitigated. Account for any missing items in estimate

Other Duties Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing or activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Customer Service Skills

Demonstrates commitment to deliver outstanding service – both with internal and external customers

Takes ownership to personally resolve customer problems (or find someone who can)

Listens well, asks clarifying questions, and checks for agreement with customers

Committed to following up with customers in all instances in a timely manner

Strong sense of accountability – ensures that you will do what you say that you are going to do

Creates a personal connection with customers – smiles, warm greetings, acts friendly and respectful

Positive attitude

Education/Experience Preferred Qualifications (in addition to minimum qualifications): Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Minimum Qualifications: 0 – 4 years of experience

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Leads the project team while in purchasing process

Ability to clearly communicate risks and opportunities

Basic knowledge of ISEC products, services, processes and projects

Understands project plans and specifications

Independently performs most assignments with instruction

Works autonomously at times

Seeks guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards

Engages in company culture

Open to feedback and flexible to change

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Efficient written and verbal communication skills

Strong prioritization and organizational skills, detail-oriented

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries Construction

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