Purchasing Agent - Fort Walton Beach, FL

Purchasing Agent Opportunity Bart's Electric is a full service electrical and special systems contractor which has built a reputation of reliability and service that sets us apart in the commercial electric industry. We're looking for a highly skilled Purchasing Agent to join our team in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and ready to support dynamic construction projects from the ground up? In this role, you will utilize expert knowledge to purchase goods at the most favorable price for Barts Electric, while simultaneously building and maintain strategic relationships with our key suppliers. The Purchasing Agent is proactive in their approach to coordinating the activities involved in procuring the materials needed, and will review requisition requests, while working with vendors to obtain product information such as price, availability, and delivery schedules. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment we'd love to hear from you! Position Responsibilities Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers Approve purchase orders and organize and confirm delivery of goods and services Oversee and manage the tracking of shipments, inventory, and the supply of goods Develop procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective Maintain updated ETA dates for all open purchase orders. Review purchase orders for accuracy of product, quantity, price, delivery date, and payment terms. Complete purchase orders using designated software as required. Performs data entry of purchase orders on computer and logbook as required. Facilitate disputes between the Supplier and the organization. Monitor markets and forecast appropriate changes that affect pricing, delivery and quality, compile relevant actions and recommendations to minimize negative market conditions and capitalize on positive market trends. Monitor Supplier Performance and take actions where required. Communicates all vendor programs, contracts, and problems to the Purchasing Manager Conducts formal Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes within Purchasing Agent authority by soliciting quotes from suppliers for specified products and services in compliance with regulations/laws relative to the purchasing profession (contained in the Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual)