Purchasing Agent

<strong>Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.<br><br></strong>McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.<br><br>Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:<br><br><ul><li>engineering and design</li><li>construction and facility services</li><li>renewables and energy services</li><li>decarbonization and electrification<br><br></li></ul>To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?<br><br><strong>The Opportunity with McKinstry<br><br></strong>We are seeking a Purchasing Agent to join our expanding Off-Site Manufacturing team in Spokane.<br><br><strong>Purchasing<br><br></strong><ul><li>Responsible for purchasing materials, services and equipment at competitive prices.</li><li>Responsible for the management of material inventory and control.</li><li>Interprets specifications and suggests alternate material and methods.</li><li>Completes purchasing research related to new sources and products.</li><li>Competitively bids and/or negotiates maximum discounts for frequently purchased commodities or equipment.</li><li>Provides the daily field support for third party rental equipment and services. Includes core drilling, crane picks, saw cutting and other services as identified by McKinstry Contracts department via the Master Sub Contract program.</li><li>Performs relief duties and responsibilities for other purchasing personnel as required. <br><br></li></ul><strong>Communication<br><br></strong><ul><li>Meets regularly with the Purchasing Manager to identify or ascertain problems or challenges.</li><li>Efficiently contributes in reaching department’s objectives and company goals through the use of established Purchasing processes and procedures.</li><li>Communicates regularly with internal departments to receive and understand any needs for materials, services and equipment.</li><li>Other duties as assigned. <br><br></li></ul><strong>What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Visio required; working knowledge of SharePoint preferred.</li><li>Four (4) years of pervious business supervisory and/or construction related<br><br></li></ul><strong>Experience With Responsibilities For Warehouse, Inventory Control And Buying<br><br></strong>required. <br><br><ul><li>Experience in the mechanical contractor environment is preferred. </li><li>ISM or NAPM, CPM certification is preferred. </li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field or equivalent work experience preferred. <br><br></li></ul><strong>PeopleFirst Benefits<br><br></strong><strong>When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Competitive pay</li><li>401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan</li><li>Paid time off and holidays</li><li>Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums<br><br></li></ul><strong>People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance</li><li>Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave</li><li>Transgender inclusive benefits</li><li>Commuter benefits</li><li>Pet insurance</li><li>“Building Good” paid community service time</li><li>Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University</li><li>McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers<br><br></li></ul>See benefit plan documents for complete details.<br><br><strong>If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.<br><br></strong>T<em>he pay range for this position is $72,090 - $107,370 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.<br><br></em><em>The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.<br><br></em><em>McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is</em><em> </em><em>contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.<br><br></em><em>Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.<br><br></em>

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