Site Purchasing Agent

Audubon Engineering Co LP

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Inform construction personnel regarding vendor and product issues and liaise with vendors as needed to resolve disputes; timely rectify issues as warranted. Resolve material discrepancies or delays with vendors and assist warehouse craft with any data that they may need about arrivals.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHouston, TX

    Description

    Audubon is currently seeking a Site Purchasing Agent to join our team in our Off Site Office. The Site Purchasing Agent manages the purchase, tracking, negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies on jobsite.

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Reaches out to vendors and suppliers to negotiate materials and create relationships.
    • Inform construction personnel regarding vendor and product issues and liaise with vendors as needed to resolve disputes; timely rectify issues as warranted.
    • Establish pricing and costs to be used by the Estimating Department.
    • Assist in setting up purchase orders or assist with receiving
    • Compare and evaluate quality of the material and equipment needed and make a sound decision on what to purchase.
    • Maintain integrity with all onsite purchases.
    • Create a log of materials, equipment, supplies, chemicals, and assets that are onsite.
    • Know where all purchased items are to be received and advise when they arrive.
    • Be in constant communication with construction manager, superintendents, and project manager on how much has been purchased.
    • Prepare purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement documentation.
    • Resolve material discrepancies or delays with vendors and assist warehouse craft with any data that they may need about arrivals.
    • Occasionally gets materials or supplies when it is immediately needed.

    Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

    • All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies' Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
    • Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
    • Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
    • Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
    • Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

    EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Commercial Driver's License required.
    • Two years' experience in the construction industry.
    • Must be able to obtain site and Safety training certifications required for the project.
    • Construction safety practices.
    • In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, and HSE guidelines.
    • Excellent organizational skills.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and general office systems.
    • Occasionally moving, kneeling, crouching, and carrying weights 30 lbs.
    • Aptitude in math and problem-solving abilities.
    • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
    • Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions.
    • Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently when required.
    • Ability to motivate, lead, teach and train others on proper work and safety procedures.
    • Ability to think analytically, apply sound judgment, and solve problems.
    • Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing.

    No Recruiters, please!

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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