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Purchasing AgentSargent Electric Company • Columbus, OH, United States
Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

Sargent Electric Company • Columbus, OH, United States
16 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Purchasing Agent

Sargent Electric Company is a nationally recognized electrical contractor with deep Pittsburgh roots. Since 1907, we've grown into one of the region's largest and most respected firms and are consistently named one of the Fastest Growing Companies by the Pittsburgh Business Times. We're seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support our electrical construction projects from our Columbus, OH office. This role is critical to ensuring materials, equipment, and services are procured accurately, competitively, and on schedule.

What You'll Do:

  • Partner with Project Managers to plan and execute purchasing strategies aligned with project estimates and timelines
  • Prepare, review, and issue purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to protect company interests
  • Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals and make recommendations
  • Track and ensure timely receipt of contracts, insurance certificates, and required documentation
  • Coordinate with internal teams (Fleet, Logistics, Project Teams) on equipment and material needs
  • Maintain accurate data in project and cost systems
  • Support cost control and estimating initiatives through accurate reporting and insights

What You Bring:

  • Strong organization, prioritization, and communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Proactive, collaborative mindset with attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Vista/Viewpoint preferred

Required Experience: To be considered for this role, candidates must have prior experience working for either:

  • An electrical contractor, or
  • An electrical distributor,

with demonstrated knowledge of electrical materials, equipment, and procurement processes. Will Also Consider:

  • Mechanical / HVAC contractors or distributors
  • Plumbing / piping contractors or distributors
  • Fire protection / sprinkler systems
  • Low-voltage, telecommunications, or structured cabling companies

Additional Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of purchasing or project support experience in the electrical industry preferred
  • Commercial and/or industrial project experience
  • Low voltage or wireless experience preferred

Why Join Sargent Electric?

  • Established, growing company with a strong industry reputation
  • Collaborative, team-driven environment
  • Opportunity to directly impact project success and cost efficiency

Equal Opportunity Employer Sargent Electric Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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