Purchasing Agent

Company Description

Delta Fire was formed in 1963 by fire protection engineers William A. Pickett and Nels C. Sparr. The duo wanted to build a professional organization they could be personally proud of. With that goal in mind, and their leadership and ability to attract good people, Delta Fire has grown to be one of the largest and most respected fire protection contractors in the intermountain area.

For years our main business focused on the design, installation and service of fire prevention and fire suppression services, but our alarm security and monitoring divisions are growing rapidly. Delta Fire currently employs more than 180 people, and we have experience in a variety of markets, including: commercial, residential, industrial, energy and power, mining, government and military.

Delta Fire was acquired by APi Group, Inc. in 2008 and since then it has been able to benefit from the synergy of more than 35 companies; including competitive manufacturer pricing, robust insurance and bonding, and extensive safety and leadership training and resources. We are an industry leader in the installation of pre-action, foam, deluge, carbon dioxide and other clean agent and special hazard systems.

What we offer:

  • Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan)
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Employee Stock Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays

Description:

This individual obtains requirements by verifying, preparing, and forwarding purchase orders; verifies receipt of items and authorizes payment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Locates and purchases material for inventory and projects for multiple branches
  • Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives
  • Keeps office current on local pricing and new products
  • Searches for competitive pricing and options
  • Develop relationships with quality vendors to secure improved pricing.
  • Coordinate vendor returns
  • Create purchase orders associated with the purchasing program
  • Retains information accessible by sorting and filing documents
  • Schedules will call and deliveries
  • Coordinate with the shop foreman to manage the flow of material to ensure timely and accurate material delivery.
  • Maintain communication with project managers and superintendents to provide updates on short-lead and overnight purchase requirements.
  • Communicate backorders or other delays that effect job schedules immediately to the appropriate department and project leaders.
  • Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications: 

  • Background in Purchasing or a similar field is preferred
  • Knowledge of fire protection product lines is preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required while some college experience is preferred
  • General accounting experience is a plus
  • Willing to work in in a fast-paced environment
  • Possess multi-tasking abilities
  • Basic Microsoft Office Suite products knowledge (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX is a plus
  • Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check

All qualified applicants with Delta Fire Systems, Inc. will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

 

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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