Purchasing Agent
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you looking to join one of the top construction companies on the West Coast? We are a leading mechanical contractor in the area looking for a Purchasing Agent/Buyer to join our team.
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for purchasing material and equipment for projects in both HVAC and Plumbing scope. The company works on unique construction projects across industries including but not limited to: Commercial, Mixed-Use Residential, High-Rise, Entertainment facilities, Healthcare, Technology offices, Government, Laboratories and more!
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Qualifications:
- Experience purchasing HVAC and or Plumbing equipment and materials is strongly desired
- Must be highly motivated, organized, and detail oriented
- Must have thorough understanding of purchasing process
- Ensure all buying agreements are being followed
- Contact vendors to follow up and expedite purchase order items
- Verify and report on price changes on purchase orders
- Update vendor information files
- Assisting AP with POs to invoice by matching and correcting problems
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent relationship building skills and the ability to work well with others
- Proficient with MS Office Suite, including Excel
Only considering candidates that are local in California at this time. Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Not considering any third party resumes.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fremont, CA 94538: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Purchasing: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Purchasing Agent roles across Confidential's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £65,000 - £75,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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