Purchasing Agent - Data Center

We are seeking a Purchasing Agent who will be responsible for the total procurement cycle of material, rentals, consumables, and sub-contracts, including sourcing, planning, purchasing, delivering, and returning of material in support of project requirements.

As a key member of the purchasing team, the candidate will develop and maintain internal customer relationships as well as external relationships with suppliers.

The candidate will serve as an active member of the project team to influence purchasing decisions and collaborate with project engineers, general foremen, and superintendents.

ABOUT YOU You possess technical competency in construction equipment and have a good understanding of the dynamics of the industry.

You bring a wide range of skills including excellent project management, facilitation, and communication skills.

You have experience exercising good business judgment and are confident in tapping into your analytical thinking skills.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN You will gain exposure to all the moving parts of Cupertino Electric’s procurement process.

In this role, you will be in an environment that allows you to develop strategies and skills to excel in negotiation, communication, and complex problem-solving.

As a valued and essential partner to many of our teams, you will develop cross-functional relationships across the organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education and experience that, in the sole judgment and discretion of Company, would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications may qualify.

HS or GED required.

Associate Degree or equivalent industry experience preferred.

Licensure/Certifications: None required.

Two (2) to five (5) years of electrical material experience desired. *Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. #LI-DR1 PLEASE NOTE: CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process.

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CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve.

Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential.

You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people.

And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives.

Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple.

We build great things and we do it with great people.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.

Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility.

Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

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