Purchasing Agent

Job description:

Job Title: Purchasing Agent

Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Position Type: Full-Time

About Conti

Conti Corporation is a leading provider of construction services, offering full lifecycle solutions from design/build to field installation, training, and maintenance. We specialize in delivering high-quality, efficient, and innovative services across a wide range of industries.

Position Summary

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the procurement and leasing of construction materials, equipment, permanent facility components, and subcontractor services. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and compliance with project specifications and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare written inquiries and obtain verbal or written quotes for vendor-supplied items and subcontractor services.



• Evaluate vendor bids based on price, delivery timelines, performance history, and compliance with specifications.



• Negotiate terms and conditions, issue purchase orders, and manage purchase change orders.



• Expedite purchase orders as needed to ensure timely delivery to job sites.



• Manage third-party rental contracts including awards, renewals, and terminations; maintain rental files and tracking systems.



• Resolve invoice discrepancies and coordinate delivery requirements with vendors and project managers.



• Maintain accurate documentation for all purchase orders and procurement activities.



• Track and report minority purchasing requirements; complete necessary compliance forms.



• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with vendors and sales representatives.



• Obtain catalog submittals and drawings for purchased materials when required.



• Perform additional assignments as directed by the Director of Purchasing.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction purchasing.



• Working knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures, policies, products, accounting, and business contract law.



• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.



• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Four-year technical or business degree, or equivalent combination of education and procurement experience.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel: 0% – 10%



• Frequently operates a computer, calculator, copier, and other office equipment.



• Occasionally moves about the office to access files and equipment.



• Regular communication with internal teams and external vendors.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)



• 401(k) matching



• Dental insurance



• Employee assistance program



• Employee discount



• Flexible schedule



• Health insurance



• Health savings account



• Life insurance



• Paid time off



• Parental leave



• Professional development assistance



• Referral program



• Retirement plan



• Tuition reimbursement



• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Sterling Heights, MI 48312 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sterling Heights, MI 48312: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person