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Electrical Purchaser

Job Description

Electrical Purchaser

Department: Purchasing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Michigan

Reporting To: VP Purchasing

Description

Join Our Team as an Electrical Purchaser! Sterling Heights, MI | Relocation Assistance Provided
Slifco Electric is a premier electrical contracting firm serving the Automotive, Heavy Industrial, and Mission Critical sectors. We specialize in both ground-up construction and major renovations, managing electrical packages ranging from small service work to multi-million-dollar installations.

Slifco Electric is seeking an experienced Electrical Purchaser to support procurement operations across multiple electrical construction projects. This individual will play a key role in managing material purchasing, vendor relationships, cost control, and delivery coordination to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Lead purchasing and procurement activities for electrical construction projects.
  • Review project drawings, specifications, and material requests to ensure accurate purchasing.
  • Generate, manage, and track purchase orders in alignment with project budgets and schedules.
  • Solicit and evaluate vendor quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality materials.
  • Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms with suppliers.
  • Coordinate with Project Managers, Estimators, and field leadership regarding material requirements and lead times.
  • Monitor material deliveries and proactively resolve delays or discrepancies.
  • Track procurement costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Maintain strong relationships with vendors, distributors, and suppliers.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
  • Support forecasting of material needs across active projects.
  • Assist in developing and improving purchasing processes and standards.

What We're Looking For:
  • Required: 3+ years of procurement experience within the electrical construction industry.
  • Required: Strong knowledge of electrical materials and construction procurement practices.
  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
  • Experience with ERP or purchasing systems preferred.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • High attention to detail and accountability.

Why You'll Love Working Here:
  • Opportunity to support complex and large-scale electrical construction projects.
  • Collaborative, team-oriented environment.
  • Stable and growing organization.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
  • Relocation assistance.

Ready to Power Up Your Career?

Slifco Electric LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

No 3rd party recruiters - please apply directly through Slifco Electric's careers page.