Job Description

The PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST is responsible for coordinating with our field teams and office staff to source, purchase and deliver materials to our multiple active projects. Additionally, this position is responsible for overseeing the warehouse and scheduling the daily deliveries and debris collection. This position requires an excellent multi-tasker with exceptional organizational and document tracking skills for a fast-paced construction company serving San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area.

Responsibilities for the Purchasing Specialist

· Act as a point of contact between the company and suppliers

· Fulfilling the “5 Rights” in purchasing transactions: Right Quality, Right Quantity, Right Price, Right Time and Right Place

· Order materials online, process purchase orders, work orders, packing slips

· Track all expenses on spreadsheet and Builder-trend

· Schedule the drivers for pick-ups, deliveries and hauling debris

· Coordinate with Superintendents and team to perform assigned tasks

· Attend weekly project meetings, provide weekly status of job orders/delays

· Make certain returns are processed timely to capture refunds and credits

· Monitor and update relevant departments regarding price fluctuations of goods, vendor pricing and product availability (backorders)

· Track material expenses for change orders and report cost to project coordinator

· Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms and deadlines with vendors and suppliers

· Work closely with vendors and project coordinators to ensure that we are capturing all discounts, rebates and are overall getting the most competitive pricing considering our purchasing volume

· Manage an efficient flow of goods to ensure optimum production

· Identify potential suppliers based on project requirements

· Oversee warehouse inventory, stocking material, restocking excess material, resourcing inventory to maximize material cost savings.

· Oversee the maintenance of company vehicles including regular washing, maintenance and services

Qualifications for Purchasing Specialist

· Experience working in the procurement department in a related field

· Working knowledge of the construction industry and familiarity with building material

· Previous experience (warehouse, inventory, personnel, construction)

· Strong understanding of procurement, negotiation techniques and conflict resolution

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Exceptional multi-tasking, organizational and documentation skills

· Excellent computer skills (mac computers, google, spreadsheets, reading take-off plans)

· Fluent in both English and Spanish speaking is required