COMPANY OVERVIEW

Hunt Electric Corporation is a national design build electrical contracting firm grounded in the simple, powerful concept of performing efficient, quality work. We value trust, relationships, performance, reward, safety, and diversity. Our loyalty is to our clients, our communities  and our employees in more than 40 states. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

We are continually seeking individuals who are passionate about the electrical design and construction industry who want to contribute to our company growth. If you are passionate, love what you do and hold yourself to a standard of excellence, we want to hear from you!

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for the administration support related to purchasing materials, subcontract services and vehicle/fleet management. This position works directly with a variety of individuals and departments, including purchasing, fleet, logistics and project management.

• Works with purchasing and project managers for project-specific purchase order and subcontract administration support.
• Performs data entry, tracks purchasing request and transmits new purchase orders and change orders to vendors using Spectrum software.
• Performs data entry, tracks documents and transmits new subcontracts and change orders to vendors using Spectrum software.
• Supports administrative tasks related to fleet and logistics using Spectrum, WEX and manifesting software.
• Supports setting up new vendors and updates vendor files.
• Completes tax exempt certificates to vendors and maintains internal filing system.
• Communicates proactively to address and solve issues as they arise.
• Manage disadvantaged business certificates and status changes.
• Adheres to purchasing policies, processes and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and demonstrates a flexible and collaborative work style.
• Demonstrated success in working with immediate team members and other departments to build effective relationships.
• 3 years of experience or education in vendor relations, purchasing, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical industry, equipment, supplies and materials preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• This role regularly uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, filing cabinets, photocopiers and fax machines.
• Employees are frequently required to sit, stand, and occasionally required to bend, kneel, reach, stoop, or crouch.
• This position may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.